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Why Did Napoleon Lose the Battle of Waterloo?
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Lots of things contributed to Napoleon's loss at Waterloo - including bad weather, superior British defense tactics and perhaps a bad case of hemorrhoids.
10 of the Worst Decisions Ever Made
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Some decisions are so bad that history can't forget them. Read about 10 of the worst decisions ever made.
Can You Name the Countries for These Mostly Green Flags?
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The stars and stripes. The maple leaf. The red ensign. The gold and green. Every country has a flag and every flag has a meaning. Do you think you can ID all these countries that have green flags? Run this quiz up the flagpole, and see who salutes!
What If There Were No Stars?
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Assuming we got to keep the sun, how bad would be for travelers to not have these little guiding lights? And what else might have changed in history without stars?
Bad Luck Comes in Threes: Separating Superstition from Reality
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Explore the belief that bad luck comes in threes. Uncover origins, cultural influences, and the psychology behind the superstition.
10 of the Oldest Continuously Inhabited Cities in the World
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It's hard to nail down the oldest city in the world. Some say it's Damascus, Syria, while others suggest it's Jericho, in the West Bank. So which is older?
7 of the World's Smallest Dog Breeds
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Who doesn't love a dog you can carry in your pocket?
A Short History of Napoleon, the Ambitious, Charismatic Emperor of France
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Statesman, military leader and Emperor of France, Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the most fascinating characters in European history and his height was the least of it.
Which real-life villain are you?
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All aspiring villains are familiar with the great villains of fiction, from Nurse Ratched to Gordon Gekko to Lex Luthor. But what about real-life role models? Take this quiz to find out which evil figure you're most like!
Can You Successfully Name These Historic Figures?
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Are you the master of history? Here we have a list of some of the most esteemed minds of human civilization: can you recognize them? Put your skills to the test with this quiz!