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How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
The Blue-footed Booby Dance Gets the Girl Every Time
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The blue-footed booby is known as much for its comical mating dance as for its intensely colored blue feet.
The Battle of the Bulge: July 1944-January 1945
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This World War II timeline highlights events leading up to the Battle of the Bulge. Follow the events of World War II from July 1944 to January 1945.
Boeing B-29 Superfortress
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The Boeing B-29 Superfortress was the biggest, most expensive gamble by the United States during World War II, built with incredibly high expectations on a tight deadline. Read about the big advances in aviation technology brought about by the B-29.
How Alcatraz Worked
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Alcatraz was built to house the worst criminals and said to be impossible to escape. See pictures of Alcatraz and go inside Alcatraz prison to meet its inmates.
'Operation Mincemeat': The Wild Spy Deception That Helped Win WWII
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Operation Mincemeat seems like a spy novel plot. British spies left fake "secret" plans on a dead man's body hoping to fool the Nazis. And it worked.
7 Deadly Sins: List of the Biblical Violations and Their Origins
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The seven deadly sins appear in movies, books, and art, but what are they, and who created the list?
Emperor Hirohito and Japan's Role in World War II
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Japan's Emperor Hirohito reigned for more than 60 years, and his tenure included World War II. Although he was never prosecuted for war crimes, many historians say he should have been.
Can You Ace This "Outlander" Quiz?
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The "Outlander" series is rife with adventure, romance and more than the occasional duel. Do you think you remember the cast of characters, rules of time travel and the important historical events that take place over the course of the series? Try your hand at this quiz to find out!
Can You Pass This American General Knowledge Quiz?
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The Declaration of Independence may have created the United States of America. However, U.S. history consists of more than the Founding Fathers. Find out if you need to retake a U.S. History class with this quiz!