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The Axis Conquers the Philippines: January 1942-July 1942

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The Axis conquering the Philippines had repercussions throughout all of World War II's major theaters. Find a timeline and photos in this article.

How Helicopters Work

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Believe it or not, the marvel we know as the helicopter began as a Chinese top consisting of a shaft - a stick - adorned with feathers on one end.

"Você consegue adivinhar o título desses filmes históricos?

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Filmes históricos são obras-primas épicas destacando eventos populares e menos conhecidos. Você é fã de filmes históricos? Faça este teste e veja quantos você consegue nomear a partir de uma imagem!

10 Last-minute Stays of Execution

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Most people sentenced to death in the U.S. get at least one stay of execution. In one case, the stay came a minute too late because of a misdialed phone number. Here are 10 of the most unusual cases.

How Moss Works

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Money may not grow on trees. But moss does. How does this plant manage to carpet hard surfaces like rocks and sidewalks?

How the Voynich Manuscript Works

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It's a massive book that no one can read, and it has fascinated scientists, historians and cryptographers for decades. Is it a textbook, an encyclopedia ... or an elaborate hoax?

10 Facts About Circus Animals

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Circus animals are beloved by all, but they've endured a lot through the centuries. Learn some amazing circus animal facts at HowStuffWorks.

John Lennon

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John Lennon is best known as a member of the Beatles, but his life was defined by much more than that. Learn about the life of John Lennon.

Do You Know What Movies These American Cars Are Featured In?

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A movie can create a magical escape from reality, with elaborate storylines and top-notch acting. Alternatively, the acting can be garbage, but the car chases are worth watching the movie. Can you identify these movies by the cars that made them awesome?

Buildup to World War II: January 1931-August 1939

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This World War II timeline highlights important dates during January 1931 to August 1939. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.

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