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Remembering Colin Powell's American Journey
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The distinguished American general was the first Black man to become Secretary of State and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff. He died Oct. 18 at age 84.
Rahab: The Biblical Prostitute in the 'Faith Hall of Fame'
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She's the hero of one of the best-known Bible stories and also described as one of Jesus' ancestors, even though she was a Canaanite prostitute. Who was Rahab, really?
How the Emancipation Proclamation Worked
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While Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation didn't free the slaves, it was a crucial political move. Read about the Emancipation Proclamation.
10 Job Titles That Have Been Around for 2,000 Years
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Some jobs are so critical to everyday life that they've never gone out of style. Learn about 10 job titles that have been around for 2,000 years.
Can You Name the Historical Figure From a Legendary Fact About Them?
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Earth wouldn't be Earth without the epic people who do things like invent the internet, travel around the world in 80 days and yell, "Eureka!" Learn about the coolest accomplishments in history and try to match these historical figures to the legendary fact.
Why Did the Han Dynasty Fall? Warlords and Puppet Emperors
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Why did the Han dynasty fall? How did one of the most durable early Chinese empires unravel from the inside? There's not a singular answer.
How Attila the Hun Worked
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Even 1,600 years later, we still know the name Attila the Hun. But why? Learn more about Attila the Hun from HowStuffWorks.
Can You Finish These Famous Commercial Jingles?
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Whether you liked them or not, these catchy jingles have been stuck in your head for years! Think you have what it takes to complete these ads? Take this quiz now to find out!
Afghanistan Fell Fast to the Taliban. What's Next for the Middle East?
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After 20 years of U.S. presence in Afghanistan, Taliban fighters swept through the country with lightning speed, taking control of the capital city Kabul on Sunday. What does the future hold for the people there?
How Floating Bridges Work
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Bridges span the gap and help us get from point A to B, but who knew they could float, too? Find out what the deal is with floating bridges in this article.