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Car Buffs Should Be Able to Name These Hood Ornaments From the '40s, '50s and '60s. Can You?

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While they may appear simple, automotive hood ornaments have undergone as many changes as the engines and tech used to power these vehicles over the past century. See how many of these mid-20th-century designs you can name!

How Vladimir Lenin Took Russia From Romanov Rule to Communist U.S.S.R.

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In a quest to build a socialist country that morphed into a communist society, Vladamir Lenin and the Bolsheviks executed and imprisoned hundreds of thousands, and starved millions more.

How Buick Works

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Founded in 1903, Buick quickly became a leading American automaker. Learn about Buick's history, including Buick models from 1903 to the present.

How Nostalgia Works

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Nostalgia, contrary to centuries of common knowledge, appears to be a good thing. A really good thing.

How the U.S. President Works

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The U.S. president is someone who can help shape the world due to his or her incredible power. Find out about the various roles and responsibilities of the president.

The Saltwater Underground Railroad Moved Slaves From Florida to Freedom

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The Saltwater Underground Railroad was a coastal escape route followed by slaves from the American South into the British-controlled Bahamas.

The Delectable History of Cookbooks

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Will and Mango from Part-Time Genius delve into the fascinating history of cookbooks.

When Irish Immigrants Weren't Considered 'White'

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How were early Irish immigrants treated in the United States of the mid-19th century? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks article.

How Did Benedict Arnold Become America's Most Infamous Traitor?

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Revolutionary War turncoat Benedict Arnold is one of the most reviled figures in American history. But what did he do to deserve this ignominious fate?

Post-war Railroads

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Post-war railroads chronicles the height of American railroad transportation. Learn about railroads and post-war railroads.

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