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The Treaty of Versailles: Did the End of WWI Cause the Start of WWII?

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In 1919, 30 nations signed the Treaty of Versailles, which degreed Germany to pay huge fines for starting World War I. But were the terms too harsh?

Posse Comitatus: The 140-Year-Old Law That Affects U.S. Troops at the Border

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Posse comitatus is an idea and a U.S. law that leaves law enforcement to local authorities, not the feds. Learn more 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.

How Alexander Hamilton Worked

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Musical star, cover boy for the $10 bill, shaper of the American economy - find out if there's anything Alexander Hamilton can't do at HowStuffWorks.

How the Judicial System Works

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The U.S. judicial system is a complex, fascinating system. Learn about the U.S. judicial system, federal courts, the U.S. Supreme Court and grand juries.

How Studebaker Works

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The Studebaker company was founded in 1852 by Henry and Clem Studebaker. Learn more about Studebaker origins and its early cars like the Erskine.

How the FBI Works

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The FBI is explained in this article. Learn about the FBI.

Is Your Brain Sharp Enough for This Tricky Trivia Quiz?

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How much random knowledge do you think you have? Put your smarts to the test with this tricky trivia quiz that will have you trying to remember history, geography, science and more!

10 Political Scandals

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Politicians have given the world plenty to talk about over the years. See our list of 10 political scandals, including Watergate.

How Joe Biden Works

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Joe Biden, a former senator from Delaware, was Barack Obama's pick for vice president. Read about Joe Biden's latest campaign for the White House.

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