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9 Little-known Nuggets About Honest Abe
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President Abraham Lincoln was known for ending the Civil War and slavery, and his famous Gettysburg speech. Here are some lesser-known facts about him.
1947 Kaiser Special
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The 1947 Kaiser Special came at a time when Kaiser-Frazer was trying to compete with the elite Big Three automakers. Learn about this post-war auto.
Maserati Sports Cars
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Maserati made the transition from competition cars to luxury personal vehicles after World War II. Learn more about Maserati sports cars.
Why do civilizations collapse?
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The mighty Romans certainly never thought it would happen to them, but the sun eventually sets on even the most powerful empires. Is there more to the story than war?
HowStuffWorks: Chuck Wendig Will Make You a Writer
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Chuck Wendig is the author of the Star Wars: Aftermath series. Learn more about Chuck Wendig and his tips on writing in this video from HowStuffWorks.
1940-1941 Jeep
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1940-1941 jeep designs by Willys, Ford, and Bantam came together to form the standardized World War II jeep that would make history. Learn more.
Foo Fighters
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Foo fighters have been reported by fighter pilots since World War II. Were they with the Axis or Allies, or maybe from another planet? Read more about reports of foo fighters and censorship of foo fighter sightings.
Why Did England and Spain Fight Over an Ear?
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Jenkins' ear -- the severed ear of Capt. Robert Jenkins -- inspired a war. Learn how Robert Jenkins' ear led to a clash of monarchies in the 18th century.
How Mustard Gas Works
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Mustard gas is a chemical warfare agent developed during World War I. Learn how mustard gas affected soldiers and armies used mustard gas.
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?