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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.
Earth's Magnetic North Pole Has Rapidly Shifted in the Past 40 Years
Prior to the mid-1990s, the magnetic north pole traveled at speeds of around 9 miles per year. Now, it's 34 miles annually. What accounts for the acceleration?
Do You Know What State These Christmas Traditions Are From?
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Santa Claus, Christmas trees, gift giving ... most yuletide traditions are familiar around the country. But there are some pretty peculiar ones that you'll only find in particular states. Scroll down to test your knowledge!
What's Your World History IQ?
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The history of the world is full drama, romance, heroes and villains, but how well do you know it? Put your knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
Can You Match the Country to the Conflict?
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As you struggle to keep up with the busy nature of modern life, you might hear of horrors in far-flung places like Darfur, Donbass, Kashmir or the Congo - but have you ever taken the time to find these places on the map? Take our quiz to see if you can match conflicts old and new to the correct country.
How Much Do You Know about United States Currency?
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United States currency is the most powerful on Earth, mostly thanks to the strength of the country's economy. How much do you know about American currency?
6 Startling Revelations From Declassified U.S. Government Documents
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Declassified government documents can change our view of history, and also sometimes contain surprising revelations. Here are six to discover.
Did You Know There Are 23 Countries in North America?
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North America is the world's third largest continent by land area, bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and South America and the Caribbean Sea to the south. This incredible size means there are quite a few countries in North America.
Railroads During the Depression
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Railroads struggled during the Great Depression, as did the rest of the nation. Read about railroads of the Depression era and the New Deal.
Frances Perkins: The Unsung Creator of U.S. Social Security
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FDR'sS secretary of labor was responsible for the social 'safety net' programs that kept Americans afloat during the dark days of the Depression.