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Why Flash Floods Are So Dangerous
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Both dry and over-saturated soil can contribute to flash flooding. Can anything be done to prevent them from becoming catastrophic?
How the Crusades Worked
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The Crusades were religious wars. Find out what triggered the First Crusade and how the pope persuaded people to go on a crusade.
How Many Religions Are There? Which Ones Are Most Influential?
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Religion is as diverse as humanity, with major world religions well-known, yet countless others have existed throughout history.
The French History Quiz
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Think you know your Louis XIV from your Louis XVIII, your Mitterrand from your Chirac? Take this French history quiz to find out.
How Onesimus, a Slave in Colonial Boston, Helped Stop a Smallpox Epidemic
Onesimus, a slave in Boston, taught the process known as variolation. HowStuffWorks looks at how he saved countless lives.
What Did Jesus Look Like? Analyzing Historical Evidence
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The true appearance of Jesus Christ has been a topic of fascination and debate for centuries. Traditional Western art often portrays him with long, flowing hair, blue eyes and a beard, but these depictions are more reflective of European aesthetics than historical accuracy. This begs question: What did Jesus look like?
Steppe: A Civilization-altering Biome Most People Can't Name
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Spanning thousands of miles across the heart of Asia and Eastern Europe, the steppe is one of Earth's most expansive and ecologically important biomes. These vast, flat grassy plains stretch from Hungary in the west to Mongolia and northern China in the east, forming what is known as the Eurasian Steppe.
Smallest Countries in the World
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Is it the country with the smallest land area? Or the fewest people? Either way, you get the same answer.
Knight
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Knights, in the Middle Ages, were warrior horsemen. A knight was called Sir, and was usually of a noble or a genteel family.
22 Famous Leaders Who Changed History Forever
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You don't have to be a prime minister, civil war general, Nobel Peace Prize laureate or founding father to learn the strengths of famous leaders and better your own life. You can learn a lot from the greatest leaders in history — including what to do and what not to do — and prepare for your time to lead others.