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Abigail Adams, the Founding Mother Who 'Remembered the Ladies'
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Abigail Adams was the first second lady and second first lady of the United States. But her legacy goes much beyond being wife to President John Adams. See why what made her known as one of the "founding mothers."
Who Were the Real Women Warriors of Dahomey?
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The Dahomey warriors were an all-female regiment that existed for 300 years. Their bravery is legendary and portrayed in "The Woman King."
1958 Edsel Bermuda
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The anticipated 1958 Edsel Bermuda station wagon was known for its styling, and not always in a good way. See photos of the 1958 Edsel Bermuda.
The Ultimate Witches Quiz
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Grab your broomsticks and black cats because it's time for the Ultimate Witches Quiz! Find out the hocus pocus behind the Salem witch trials, witches today and other magical facts.
In 1680, the Pueblo Peoples Revolted Against Spanish Colonists … And Won
After enduring decades of brutal punishment and forced religious conversion, the pueblo peoples rebelled successfully. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
Show Off Your Knowledge of the Dunder Mifflin Gang with 'The Office' Quiz
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NBC's 'The Office' won five Emmys in its nine-season run. Test your knowledge of the Dunder Mifflin gang with this HowStuffWors quiz.
Seals Clap Underwater to Communicate
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HowStuffWorks looks at the phenomenon of grey seals clapping underwater and asks why they do it.
How the 'Alien' Xenomorph Works
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You've always wondered how the xenomorph in 'Alien' worked. Now it's time to go behind the scenes and meet the xenomorph in 'Alien.'
Scientists Say: Hey, Hikers, Stop Stacking Rocks!
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It may seem cool to stack rocks for fun or artistic purposes but moving rocks may inadvertently threaten small mammals and insects and contribute to soil erosion.
Félicette, the First Feline in Space, Finally Got Her Due
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Felicette was the first, and so far, only, cat to ever go into space. Why did France send her up, and what happened later? HowStuffWorks finds out.