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What Does 'Treason' Actually Mean?
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Though treason is the only crime mentioned in the U.S. Constitution, few know what the word actually means and fewer still have ever been indicted for it.
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.
10 of History's Most Notorious Traitors
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Can you name 10 of history's most notorious traitors? Find out 10 of history's most notorious traitors at HowStuffWorks.
Friday the 13th Superstition Origins
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The Friday the 13th superstition first appeared in Victorian England but has roots in ancient Rome, Norse mythology and religions that Christians deemed pagan.
What Does SOS Mean?
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SOS was the most commonly used distress signal from the turn of the 20th century until before WWII. But exactly what does SOS mean?
Could Jack the Ripper have been an artist?
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The 1888 Jack the Ripper murders plagued London; now, Ripperologists seek the killer's identity. Learn how Jack the Ripper murders stumped the constabulary.
What does the 'pursuit of happiness' mean in the Declaration of Independence?
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What exactly in the pursuit of happiness? Stated in the Declaration of Independence, it has some mystery behind it. Read about the pursuit of happiness.
The World War II Quiz
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World War II was one of the defining conflicts of the 20th century. Just two decades after the end of World War I, WWII began in 1939 and saw the U.S. enter in 1941. Let's explore some of the specifics of the Second World War.
Ultimate Guide to the Northland Wine Region
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The Northland wine region is among New Zealand's best. Learn all about the Northland wine region at HowStuffWorks.
This Cattle Breed Identification Quiz Is Really Hard, So We'll Be Impressed If You Even Get Four Right
Most people don't give cattle a second thought, so long as they have access to milk and hamburgers. But if you fancy yourself a real cowboy or cowgirl, maybe a cowperson, then let's see how many you can identify! No bull, just a quiz!