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William Walker: The American Mercenary Who Named Himself President of Nicaragua
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Before being executed in 1860 for his misadventures, William Walker, known as a 'filibuster,' raised a private army and briefly installed himself as the president of Nicaragua.
Unraveling the Romanticized Story of Pocahontas
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History has twisted the story of Pocahontas into one of a mythical woman who saved John Smith, converted to Christianity and married an Englishman. The truth, however, isn't so rosy.
Tree Leaves Identification Quiz
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Calling all nature lovers! You've seen leaves all your life, but can you successfully identify a tree based on its leaves alone? Pick it up and see, now!
How Gin Works
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In the 18th century, gin was considered as addictive as crack. Then it became part of a cure-all for tropical ailments. Learn more about gin's storied history.
22 Famous Leaders Who Changed History Forever
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You don't have to be a prime minister, civil war general, Nobel Peace Prize laureate or founding father to learn the strengths of famous leaders and better your own life. You can learn a lot from the greatest leaders in history — including what to do and what not to do — and prepare for your time to lead others.
Are These Country Facts True or False?
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Countries are full of citizens, and citizens are full of pride, and pride is full of a lot of legend and myth. There is no shortage of information about any country on Earth, but separating the fact from the fiction is another story. Can you guess whether these country facts are true or false?
Tarantula Hawks Are Neither Tarantulas nor Hawks
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HowStuffWorks gets to know the tarantula hawk wasp, which has a powerful sting and lays its eggs on the abdomen of the tarantula.
Can You Pass This World History Quiz?
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It's easy to know the history of your own country, but just how much do you know about the history of the entire world around you? Find out now with this world history quiz!
Rhodium: Earth's Rarest and Most Expensive Precious Metal
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Discovered in the early 1800s from a chunk of smuggled platinum ore, rhodium is the most valuable precious metal on the planet today, used mainly for keeping car emissions in check.
Are retro kitchens making a comeback?
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Are retro kitchens making a comeback? Keep reading to find out if retro kitchens are making a comeback at HowStuffWorks.