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10 Famous Native Americans
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America's history begins with the Native Americans and the English settlers they encountered. Read our list of Native American leaders and heroes.
How Accents Work
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How do accents develop and why is it so hard to lose one? Learn all about accents from HowStuffWorks.
How a Frisky Feline Made Aviation History
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Kiddo was his name and not only was he the first cat to attempt to cross the Atlantic in an airship, but he also did it as a stowaway.
How Gin and Tonic Became the Ultimate Cocktail Combo
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The gin and tonic, that cool, fresh, citrusy summer delight, has a long and romantic history, beginning with its use as a 'cure' for malaria.
Old Railroads
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The age of old railroads saw the birth of the first railroad lines and mass transportation on rail. Read more about old railroads in America.
The White House Has a Spooktacular Haunted History
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The White House is often called the most haunted house in America and it's known to be rife with the unquiet spirits of past residents.
Can You Pass This American General Knowledge Quiz?
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The Declaration of Independence may have created the United States of America. However, U.S. history consists of more than the Founding Fathers. Find out if you need to retake a U.S. History class with this quiz!
Jay Treaty
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The Jay Treaty was an integral aspect of early American history. Learn more about the Jay Treaty at HowStuffWorks.
What's So 'Offal' About Haggis and Why's It Banned in the U.S.?
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The national dish of Scotland is banned in America. But whose idea was it to stuff a sheep's stomach bag and boil it? And what does it taste like?
What's the Meaning of the 'Don't Tread on Me' Flag?
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The "Don't Tread on Me" flag, showing a rattlesnake on a yellow background, has its roots in America's Revolutionary War but has become a right-wing symbol in the 21st century. What does it really mean?