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How the Army Rangers Work
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The Army Rangers can be traced back to pre-Revolution colonial times. Read about the Army Rangers and find out why the Army Rangers were first organized.
Bacon's Rebellion: America's First Armed Insurrection
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Nathaniel Bacon led an armed rebellion in 17th century Colonial America against Gov. William Berkeley. The rebellion was brief but its ramifications changed the course of American history.
Who Was America's First Murderer?
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America's first murderer was John Billington, who was one of the signers of the Mayflower Compact. Learn about America's first murderer.
What's It Like in Slab City, the 'Last Free Place' in the U.S.?
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Some call it an artists colony, others a squatters' paradise. Either way, it attracts lots of visitors, billing itself as the last free place in America. So, what's it really like?
The Portuguese Man-of-war Is Not a Jellyfish and Packs a Nasty Sting
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Even washed up on the beach, the Portuguese man-of-war can deliver searing pain with its stinging tentacles, so whatever you do, don't touch it.
Can I catch plague from a prairie dog?
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Prairie dog plague has killed a huge percentage of the prairie dog population. Learn why prairie dog plague is a serious threat, and if you'll catch it.
The Naked Mole Rat Exhibits Hive Behavior, Lives Up to 30 Years
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The naked mole rat (Heterocephalus glaber) is found in the dry regions of East Africa. These hairless, wrinkly rodents live in underground colonies that function more like insect hives than typical mammal groups.
Ground-nesting Bees Are Solitary and Often Stingless
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Most of us think all bees live in colonies, or hives, but there are far more species that don't produce honey, don't sting and live mostly solitary lives underground.
The French and Indian War Was the First 'Real' World War
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The French and Indian War was not the French against the 'Indians,' but a massive land grab that indirectly led to the American Revolution.
How Beekeeping Works
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Beekeeping is an ancient art with a fascinating history. Learn the ins and outs of beekeeping with HowStuffWorks.