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14 Southern States With Complicated Histories and Robust Cultures

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The Southern states include both sprawling farmlands and bustling cities. Often called "the South," this area played a pivotal role in shaping the identity of the United States.

Unraveling Khipu: The Inca Knot Language

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The Incas never invented a system of written language, but khipu is how they communicated. HowStuffWorks looks at the language of the Inca.

Are the Ica stones authentic?

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Humans riding dinosaurs: Sounds like a kid's dream come true! History tells us this couldn't possibly have happened, but the Ica stones say otherwise. So is there any truth to these allegedly ancient carvings, or are they just an elaborate hoax?

Why Democrats Are Donkeys and Republicans Are Elephants

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A donkey and an elephant are the symbols of the U.S. Democratic and Republican parties. Learn the story behind the donkey and the elephant.

Why did Gandhi march 240 miles for salt?

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The Salt March was Gandhi's march to Dandi in protest of British tax policies. Read about the Salt Satyagraha.

The Tragic Story of 'Sky King' Richard Russell

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In 2018, Richard Russell made news headlines for stealing - and subsequently crashing - a 76-seat passenger plane straight out of Seattle Tacoma International Airport.

What the 1919 Anti-Mask League Can Teach Us About Public Health

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Despite strict closing and mask orders, San Francisco was hit hard by the 1918-1919 influenza pandemic. But some residents balked at the rules and that meant more people died.

Black Men Were Cowboys Before It Was Cool

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In the early 18th century, Black cowboys were the only cowboys in the West. That's because white men didn't want to do the work. We're telling their story.

Why Was the American Revolution So Revolutionary?

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Why was the American Revolution so revolutionary? Read about what made the American Revolution so unique in world history.

What does a county clerk do?

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What does a county clerk do? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn what a county clerk does.

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