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How the Green Berets Work
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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.
How Fulbright Scholarships Work
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Fulbright Scholarships help students pursue research abroad in hopes of boosting international understanding. Learn about Fulbright Scholarships.
What Did Abraham Lincoln Invent?
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Well before becoming the 16th president of the United States, the young Abraham Lincoln was known for his interest in engineering and mechanics. What patent does Lincoln hold, and was his invention ever made?
How Did Benedict Arnold Become America's Most Infamous Traitor?
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Revolutionary War turncoat Benedict Arnold is one of the most reviled figures in American history. But what did he do to deserve this ignominious fate?
How Gas Prices Work
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Gas prices are on the mind of just about anyone that owns a car. Learn about gas prices, how gas prices are determined and what factors affect gas prices.
How Food Stamps Work
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Food stamps offer people with low income ways to purchase basic food items. Learn about food stamps and the food stamp program in this article.
Is it true that 1 percent of Americans control a third of the wealth?
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Is it true that 1 percent of Americans control a third of the wealth? Find out if it's true that 1 percent of Americans control a third of the wealth.
Reign of Terror: The Forgotten Story of the Osage Tribe Murders
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Members of the Osage Tribe were some of the richest people on Earth around 1920. Then they started dying, mysteriously. Who was killing them and what did oil have to do with it?
Nameless But Never Forgotten: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history of Arlington Cemetery's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the Army's elite Sentinels who guard it, 365 days a year.
How John Muir Helped Pave the Way for the National Park System
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Muir was personally involved in the creation of Yosemite, Sequoia, Mount Rainier, Petrified Forest and Grand Canyon national parks and earned the title of "Father of Our National Park System."