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How Thanksgiving Works

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Today, many associate the holiday less with pilgrims and American Indians and more with football and turkey. What's the real story of Thanksgivig Day?

Who was the Swamp Fox?

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The Swamp Fox was a South Carolina military general named Francis Marion. Learn how the Swamp Fox's guerilla war tactics earned him that nickname.

The Man Behind the Legend Who Is Sitting Bull

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Sitting Bull is one of the most famous Native Americans in history. And he's way more than just the Lakota warrior he's known for.

Were the American colonists drugged during the Salem witchcraft trial?

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The Salem witchcraft trials were some of the darkest events in all of American history. Learn about the Salem witchcraft trials.

Who Were the Mighty Fighting Buffalo Soldiers?

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HowStuffWorks examines the complicated history of the African American servicemen known as the Buffalo Soldiers.

Can You Pass This High School U.S. History Test Without Googling?

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Since earning its independence from Britain in the American Revolution, the United States has been a part of - and made - many big moments in history. Do you think you could pass this high-school level U.S. history quiz?

10 Historical Untruths About the First Thanksgiving

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On the fourth Thursday in November, Americans will gather to eat turkey and sweet potatoes, just like that first Thanksgiving ... Actually, not like that first dinner. Join us as we debunk some of the many Thanksgiving myths.

United States Enacts the Lend-Lease Bill: January 1941-June 1941

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This World War II timeline highlights important dates from January 1941 to June 1941. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.

1942 Harley-Davidson WLA and XA

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The 1942 Harley-Davidson WLA motorcycle and Harley-Davidson XA motorcycle were weapons of World War II. See pictures and learn about these Harleys.

How Did Benedict Arnold Become America's Most Infamous Traitor?

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Revolutionary War turncoat Benedict Arnold is one of the most reviled figures in American history. But what did he do to deserve this ignominious fate?

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