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Why Didn't Russia Sell Alaska to Canada?

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It made geographical sense for Russia to sell its territory of Alaska to Canada, but it opted to sell it to the U.S. instead. Why was that?

The Saltwater Underground Railroad Moved Slaves From Florida to Freedom

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The Saltwater Underground Railroad was a coastal escape route followed by slaves from the American South into the British-controlled Bahamas.

Moon-eyed People: Mysterious Beings or Welsh Settlers?

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The moon-eyed people legend describes a mysterious race of pale-skinned, blue-eyed people who supposedly lived in the Appalachian region before the Cherokee arrived. According to Cherokee legend, these people could not see well in daylight, forcing them to live in caves and only come out at night.

How MREs Work

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Coalition troops have been surviving mainly on MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) for most of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Learn what these portable, adaptable and absolutely essential pieces of military technology are all about.

Richard Sharpe Shaver, UFO Hoaxster

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Richard Sharpe Shaver was a controversial UFO storyteller promoted by Ray Palmer. Check out his amazing stories of aliens called deros and teros.

8 Food Festivals Where You Can Fill Up on a Good Time

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Food festivals are the ultimate mashup of culture, creativity and cuisine. Whether you're a fan of smoky barbecues or small-batch wine, there's a festival for your taste buds.

Chicago’s Haunted Houses: The Truth Behind Their Dark Past

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Explore the most haunted houses in Chicago, from eerie mansions to ghost-infested hotels. Discover chilling ghost stories and paranormal encounters.

6 Famous Outlaws of the Wild West

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You know most of their names, but here are the fascinating stories of how six criminal masterminds of the old West lived and died.

A Nation Divided: Civil War Quiz

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Although it ended more than a century ago, the scars of the Civil War are still with Americans today. Think you know more than the average Billy Yank or Johnny Reb about the blood and politics behind the war? Find out by taking our Civil War quiz.

6 North Carolina Beaches and Beach Towns

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When people think of beach vacations, their minds might jump to Florida or California. But those in the know often head to the North Carolina beaches instead.

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