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Plains Indians Tell Their Stories Through Ledger Art
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Plains Indian men kept historical records of their tribes in art. First with petroglyphs and pictographs and then on buffalo hides. When the white man came, they moved their art to ledger books.
10 Longest Rivers in the U.S.: From the Missouri to the Brazos
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We bet you're looking up the longest river in the U.S. to settle a bet: Is it the Missouri River or the Mississippi River? It depends how you measure.
Caspian Sea: The World's Largest Lake (Yes, You Read That Right)
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One of Earth's most interesting natural features, the Caspian Sea is the largest inland body of water on the planet, defying conventional classifications to be both a sea and a lake.
Exploring the Balkan States: 10 Countries on 1 Peninsula
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The Balkan states (sometimes colloquially referred to as simply "the Balkans") are a diverse and historically rich set of countries that span across southeastern Europe.
Who Were the Mighty Fighting Buffalo Soldiers?
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HowStuffWorks examines the complicated history of the African American servicemen known as the Buffalo Soldiers.
The Straith Letter
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The Straith Letter was fabricated by two UFO writers. Read how the fake letter from a government official fooled UFO contactee George Adamski.
1816 Was the Year Without a Summer
More than two centuries ago, the biggest volcanic explosion in human history occurred. And it had far-reaching effects.
Marianne Bachmeier: A Complicated Case of Morals and Laws
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In one of the most dramatic and emotionally charged moments in legal history, Marianne Bachmeier took justice into her own hands. Her story — often referenced as Der Fall Bachmeier — continues to stir debate about morality, grief and the limits of law and order.
10 Embarrassing Movie Tie-in Toys
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Sometimes toy-makers miss the mark. Learn about 10 embarrassing movie tie-in toys at HowStuffWorks.
Why Is Southern Exposure So Sought-after in the City?
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Real estate agents tend to promote and encourage homes with southern exposure to the sun's rays. Why is this so important for a home?