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Railroads During World War II
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Railroads during World War II were placed under more strict government control to aid in the war effort. Read about railroad industry of World War II.
How Much Do You Know About Trains?
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Trains are one of the most common forms of transportation in the world, with millions of people riding them each year. Do you actually know anything about them, though? Find out with this quiz!
Hiking el Caminito del Rey, Once the World's Most Dangerous Trail
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HowStuffWorks hikes El Caminito del Rey, a very dangerous hiking path in Spain that was closed to the public for 15 years after several deaths.
Was There a Real John Henry?
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The ballad and folktale of John Henry, the tireless railroad worker, is the stuff of American legend. But was John Henry a real person? Find out.
5 Similarities Between PRT and Cars
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What are the similarities between PRT and cars? Keep reading to discover 5 Similarities Between PRT and Cars.
Rev Up: The Diesel Engine Quiz
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While diesel earned itself a bad reputation for spewing soot in the early days, improvements have made it much cleaner. Test your knowledge of all things diesel with this quiz.
How to Draw a Cowboy in 5 Steps
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How to draw cowboys is presented at HowStuffWorks. Learn how to draw cowboys.
10 Unforeseen Effects of Deregulation
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Governmental deregulation can have consequences -- both good and bad. Learn about 10 unforeseen effects of deregulation.
How Limousines Work
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Limousines have become a staple for airport transportation and formal events. Find out how limousines are manufactured and what cars are used as limousines.
How Bad Is America's Infrastructure, Really?
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The Senate just crossed a hurdle to get a bipartisan infrastructure bill signed. It could pay for new roads, bridges and other installations that a country needs to function. But why is infrastructure so notoriously hard to fund in America anyway?