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The 'Hanged, Drawn and Quartered' Execution Was Even Worse than You Think

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This was no mere execution. In addition to being hanged until "almost" dead, body parts were taken out and burned before the head was cut off. And we haven't got to the quartering yet.

Ultimate Guide to the Bordeaux Wine Region

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The Bordeaux wine region is among France's best. Learn all about the Bordeaux wine region at HowStuffWorks.

How Colonialism Works

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Before World War II, a third of the world's population lived a territory controlled by a colonial power. HowStuffWorks examines colonialism.

How Ketchup Works

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As people begin to prefer spicier sauces, what's the future of ketchup? Find out from HowStuffWorks.

How the Army Rangers Work

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The Army Rangers can be traced back to pre-Revolution colonial times. Read about the Army Rangers and find out why the Army Rangers were first organized.

How Hula Hoops Work

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Where did hula hoops come from and how did they get so popular? Read about the origins of hula hoops at HowStuffWorks.

What Countries Use the Imperial System?

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Most of the world uses the metric system for everyday measurements, but only three countries in the world use the imperial system as their official system of measurement.

Can You Guess if This Historical Story Is Fact or Fiction?

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Is it for real or a fraud? Dive into history with these popular stories and myths. Do you know which is a contender and which is a pretender? Test your recall with this "fact vs. fiction" quiz!

5 Famous People With Seriously Long Names

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These five famous people have names so long, just saying them will leave you breathless. HowStuffWorks looks at the stories behind the names.

1971-1978 Ford Capri/Capri II

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The Capri started out as Europe's answer to the Ford Mustang, but the Ford sport coupe became a popular import. Learn more about the Capri origins.

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