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Why was Executive Order No. 9981 so important?
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Executive Order 9981 mandated equality in the U.S. armed forces, putting groups like the Tuskegee Airmen in high demand. Read about Executive Order 9981.
Ridiculous History: Bears, Raccoons — and Alligators? — in the White House
Rebecca the Raccoon. Josiah the Badger. Many U.S. presidents have had pets, but they haven't all been cats and dogs. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
How the Sierra Club Works
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The Sierra Club protects the environment by lobbying for environmental preservation. Learn more about the Sierra Club conservation efforts.
Why did brothers fight on opposite sides of the Civil War?
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Brother against brother was a motif of the Civil War as families were divided -- even Sen. John J. Crittenden's. Read about brother against brother in the war.
24 U.S. Landmarks That Every Americana Fan Must See
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Ever wondered why certain places in the U.S. get all the postcards and bucket list glory? They're often U.S. landmarks that pack a punch with history, culture and awe-inspiring views. These aren't just photo ops; they're vivid chapters in the story of American history, woven into the landscape from sea to shining sea.
Free Land: How the Homestead Act Helped America Expand Westward
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President Abraham Lincoln signed into law that any person in the U.S. could have free land - 160 acres in fact. But there was a catch.
What brought bison back from the brink of extinction?
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Bison extinction seemed imminent during the 1800s, as the market for buffalo hide boomed. Learn how men like Teddy Roosevelt prevented bison extinction.
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.
Bison Bounced Back From Near Extinction
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Massive, majestic and deeply woven into the fabric of North American history, the bison is more than just an iconic mammal; it's a symbol of survival and conservation.
Why Is There a Crack in the Liberty Bell?
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Older than the founding of the United States, the Liberty Bell has endured as a symbol of freedom for many Americans, even though that was not its original role.