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Who was the Swamp Fox?
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The Swamp Fox was a South Carolina military general named Francis Marion. Learn how the Swamp Fox's guerilla war tactics earned him that nickname.
Ultimate Guide to the Veneto Wine Region
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The Veneto wine region is among Italy's best. Learn all about the Veneto wine region at HowStuffWorks.
Ultimate Guide to the Marlborough Wine Region
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The Marlborough wine region is among New Zealand's best. Learn all about the Marlborough wine region at HowStuffWorks.
Why was Executive Order No. 9981 so important?
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Executive Order 9981 mandated equality in the U.S. armed forces, putting groups like the Tuskegee Airmen in high demand. Read about Executive Order 9981.
Nail Polish 101
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Are you wondering how nail polish works? Learn about how nail polish works and whether it's good or bad for your nails.
How Concrete Roofs Work
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Concrete roofs are exactly what they sound like: solid slabs of concrete capping the top of homes. How can concrete roofs protect you from big storms?
Should I put quartz countertops in my kitchen?
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Quartz countertops cost the same as granite countertops, but they come in an array of colors. Find out why people choose quartz countertops.
How St. Patrick's Day Works
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There's more to St. Patrick's Day than beer and gaudy green attire. Learn about the story, the saint, the shamrocks and the famous Blarney Stone.
14 Films Directed by Steven Spielberg
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Steven Spielberg is one of the greatest directors of our time. Learn about Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park, and his other classic films in this list.
How Telephone Country Codes Work
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Telephone country codes make it easy to call another country. Learn more about telephone country codes at HowStuffWorks.