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When Were Guns Invented? A Brief History of Guns
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The first gun was created more than 1,000 years ago, effectively changing warfare - and society - in incomprehensible ways. But do we know who actually made the first firearm?
How Gypsies Work
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Who are the gypsies? Movies and books often portray gypsies as fortune tellers and beggars, but what's the real story? Read about gypsies at HowStuffWorks.
How the Army Nurse Corps Works
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The Army Nurse Corps provides great opportunities for soldiers. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about the Army Nurse Corps.
12 Far-out Charismatic Leaders (and the Trouble They Caused)
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Throughout history, charismatic leaders have emerged and changed the world - for better and for worse.
1947-1948 Isotta Fraschini 8C Monterosa
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The 1947-1948 Isotta Fraschini 8C Monterosa marked a return to auto-making for the revered company. Read why and see photos of this stunning classic.
How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
How Nuclear Bombs Work
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Nine countries hold the 13,000 nuclear weapons in the global stockpile. That's less than during the Cold War but it doesn't change the fact that these bombs are still a threat to global humanity. So how do they work and are we close to nuclear war?
What Is Genocide, and Is Russia Committing It in Ukraine?
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U.S. President Joe Biden accused Vladimir Putin of committing genocide in Ukraine. But who really determines whether a genocide is occurring, and how?
How the Office of Civilian Defense Worked
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The Office of the Civilian Defense was one of the biggest wartime volunteer efforts. Read up on the Office of Civilian Defense and learn when it disbanded.
Did Mussolini Really Keep the Trains Running on Time?
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Mussolini's dictatorship was brutal, but supposedly efficient. Did he really improve the rail system?