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How WWII Fighter Planes Worked
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The film "Pearl Harbor" is now playing. Look at the aircraft involved in that battle, technological marvels for their time.
Military Trivia Quiz
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For about as long as humans have come together in groups, we've had fighting forces to protect what's ours. They've definitely changed a lot over the centuries, though. Fight your way through this quiz and see what military trivia you know!
How are drones changing media coverage?
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Modern media embraces drones, but is that good for society? Find out how drones are changing media coverage at HowStuffWorks.
Behind the X Prize
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We know who won - top-runner SpaceShipOne. We know what the team receives for that accomplishment: $10 million and an obscenely gigantic trophy. But what about the story behind the contest? Learn about the rules, restrictions, red tape, test crashes, successful launches and the technological innovations that may get you into sub-orbit sooner than you think.
1946 Beechcraft Plainsman Concept Car
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The 1946 Beechcraft Plainsman concept car was an airplane maker's ugly folly. See a profile and pictures of the 1946 Beechraft Plainsman concept car.
Why Chuck Yeager Was the Greatest Pilot of All Time
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Before Yeager did it, people thought it was impossible to break the sound barrier in flight. But he proved them wrong, even flying the plane while nursing two cracked ribs.
How Is Barometric Pressure Measured and Why?
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Weather forecasters can tell what the weather will be by reading the barometric pressure, but how does it work?
How Flight Attendants Work
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Flying isn't as glamorous as it was in the '60s, but people still flock to work as flight attendants. Learn about flight attendants at HowStuffWorks.
7 Cool Facts About Will Rogers, Cowboy, Humorist, Self-declared President
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Born on Nov. 4, 1879, Will Rogers was a beloved humorist, film star, cowboy, newspaper columnist and social commentator. HowStuffWorks gets to know him.