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How Flamethrowers Work

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When humans discovered fire, they learned to cook their food in a controlled environment. What came next? Flamethrowers, of course. What do flamethrowers have in common with their living counterpart -- fire breathers?

The French and Indian War Was the First 'Real' World War

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The French and Indian War was not the French against the 'Indians,' but a massive land grab that indirectly led to the American Revolution.

The 10 Best Cars From Science Fiction Movies

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Science fiction movies have given us a lot of things over the years-from great thrills and spooky moments to glimpses of future technology and stern warnings about what might come to pass if humans aren't careful. Of course, science fiction movies have shown us a lot of cool cars over the years too. In fact, [...] The post The 10 Best Cars From Science Fiction Movies appeared first on Goliath.

Smarter Than the Average American? Take This USA Quiz!

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Hundreds of millions of people live in the USA, but very few of them know all that much about the country they live in. Do you fit in that category, or do you think you're smarter than the average American? Take our quiz on all things America to find out.

7 Reasons Alexander the Great Was, Well, Great

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HowStuffWorks looks at the life and legacy of legendary Greek ruler Alexander the Great.

Can You Pass a Scuba Diving Certification Quiz?

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Scuba diving: It's the passport to a gorgeous underwater world ... but it's not very forgiving of the careless or the reckless! Think you could pass a diver certification quiz? Find out now with our quiz!

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!

The True History of Commodus, the Mad Emperor of Ancient Rome

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Son of the venerated Marcus Aurelius, Commodus went in the other direction, killing scores of men and exotic animals in gladiatorial bloodbaths and dressing up in a lion's skin.

How the CIA Used 'Vampires' to Fight Communism in the Philippines

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During in the Cold War, a CIA operative in the Philippines used the local folklore myth of the blood-sucking aswang to try and scare off communist rebels. Did it work?

How Spy Flies Will Work

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Gathering reconnaissance during battle typically puts small teams of soldiers in harm's way. Tiny robotic flyers, called micro air vehicles (MAVs), could do away with this danger. Learn all about spy flies.

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