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Audie Murphy, From World War II Hero to Hollywood Hitmaker

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America's most decorated World War II combat soldier Audie Murphy was considered a hero and Hollywood icon. But those labels came at a price.

What's a mystery clock?

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Mystery clocks represent that enigmatic intersection between horology and magic. What makes mystery clock's floating hands move and keep time so well?

Johnny Ringo Was the Worst Wild West Outlaw You've Never Heard Of

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How this forgotten cowboy king of the Wild West lived isn't so much a secret. It's how Johnny Ringo died that's still shrouded in mystery.

The Thirty Years' War Quiz

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The Thirty Year's War was among the most destructive and devastating wars in history. But just how much do you know about the conflict and its participants? Get ready to do battle against our challenging quiz to find out.

How the Cyr Wheel Works

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The Cyr wheel has taken the circus world by storm. Find out why hundreds of acrobats, gymnasts and street performers use the Cyr wheel in their acts.

Finding the Strongest Dog Bite in 10 Breeds

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Size plays a role in the strongest dog bites out there, but so does the canine's morphology, aka snout shape.

Saab Sports Cars

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Founded in 1937 to build aircraft, Saab turned its postwar attention to making reliable luxury and sports cars. Learn more about Saab sports cars.

10 Diseases Named After People

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Some scientists get the recognition they deserve - in the names of diseases they found. Learn about 10 diseases named after people at HowStuffWorks.

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.

10 'Scariest' Dog Breeds: Reputation vs. Reality

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Some dogs just look scary. Others have reputations built on raw power, aggression or history.

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