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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.
Where do salad dressings get their names?
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I've enjoyed Thousand Island salad dressing for years, and I've always wondered how it got its name. For that matter, how did ranch dressing get its name? Is French dressing really from France? And what is in those dressings?
Can You Match the Country to the Conflict?
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As you struggle to keep up with the busy nature of modern life, you might hear of horrors in far-flung places like Darfur, Donbass, Kashmir or the Congo - but have you ever taken the time to find these places on the map? Take our quiz to see if you can match conflicts old and new to the correct country.
Start of World War II: September 1939-March 1940
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This World War II timeline highlights important dates from September 1939 to April 1940. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.
How the Cannes Film Festival Works
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The Cannes Film Festival is the crossroads of international cinema. Learn about the Cannes Film Festival and see Cannes Film Festival photos.
The French and Indian War Was the First 'Real' World War
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The French and Indian War was not the French against the 'Indians,' but a massive land grab that indirectly led to the American Revolution.
Why Did Napoleon Lose the Battle of Waterloo?
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Lots of things contributed to Napoleon's loss at Waterloo - including bad weather, superior British defense tactics and perhaps a bad case of hemorrhoids.
Can You Identify These Small Countries by Their Outlines?
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Not every country can be big, so we're going to feature some small ones that really make an impact. But can you identify them only from an outline? Let's find out!
Why was Marie Antoinette's wedding dress so scandalous?
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Marie Antoinette arrived at her wedding clad in a lavish but revealing dress. Learn why her wedding dress was so scandalous at HowStuffWorks.
Who invented salted caramel?
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There's no such thing as a salted caramel tree, so where did the delicious concoction come from and why is it so yummy?