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How did a shipwreck double the size of the United States?
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The El Cazador shipwreck took with it the money that was to buy the Louisiana territory for Mexico. Find out more about the El Cazador shipwreck.
The Gullah Geechee Tradition of 'Haint Blue' Paint Keeps the Spirits Away
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The Gullah Geechee people painted porch ceilings blue to trick haints into thinking their houses were surrounded by water, which a haint can't cross.
Did Betsy Ross Really Make the First American Flag?
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Did Betsy Ross really make the first American flag? Learn the myths and facts about Betsy Ross and the first American flag.
Arrival of European Breeds Wiped Out Native American Dogs
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Ancient American dogs were almost completely wiped out when the Europeans arrived. HowStuffWorks looks at the lasting legacy they did leave behind.
14 Animals That Start With 'Y': From Yeti Crabs to Yorkie Poos
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Are you going through the alphabet for a car game and stuck on animals that start with "Y"? Lucky you, that's our specialty.
20 Most Common Surnames in the U.S. (and What They Mean)
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Ever wonder what your last name says about your family's story? Turns out, some of the most common surnames in the U.S. reveal more than just ancestry; they hint at migration patterns, occupations and cultural influence across generations.
How Pirates Work
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Pirates have sailed the seas for hundreds of years. Learn about pirates and find out if you have what it takes to live the pirate lifestyle.
How Freedom of the Press Works
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HowStuffWorks looks at press freedom in the U.S. and around the world.
What does the 'pursuit of happiness' mean in the Declaration of Independence?
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What exactly in the pursuit of happiness? Stated in the Declaration of Independence, it has some mystery behind it. Read about the pursuit of happiness.
How Salt Works
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Not only do we need to consume salt, we also need it for a variety of nonfood uses. But if it's so important, why do health organizations recommend that we closely watch our intake? Apparently, there can be too much of a good thing. Learn what happens when we overload on salt or get too little of it.