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What Did Abraham Lincoln Invent?

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Well before becoming the 16th president of the United States, the young Abraham Lincoln was known for his interest in engineering and mechanics. What patent does Lincoln hold, and was his invention ever made?

5 Smooth Things You Didn't Know About Peanut Butter

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Why was a peanut butter sandwich originally a high-class meal? Do Americans prefer crunchy or smooth? Find out these and other tasty peanut butter facts.

A Brief Overview of 12 Different Home Styles

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Dozens of different types of architectural home styles from Federal to Mediterranean exist in the United States. Learn about the different types of architectural home styles in this article.

How did a shipwreck double the size of the United States?

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The El Cazador shipwreck took with it the money that was to buy the Louisiana territory for Mexico. Find out more about the El Cazador shipwreck.

Can a Supreme Court Justice Be Removed?

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HowStuffWorks looks at the constitutional process for impeaching a United States Supreme Court justice.

Lewis and Clark Pictures

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Lewis and Clark pictures show you scenes from the Corps of Discovery's journey West. Check out pictures of the Lewis and Clark expedition.

The Ultimate Happiness Quiz

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This Ultimate Happiness Quiz will test your knowledge of about this desired emotion. Check out the Happiness Quiz to get tips and learn more.

Why Was the American Revolution So Revolutionary?

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Why was the American Revolution so revolutionary? Read about what made the American Revolution so unique in world history.

Why Do Colleges Hand Out Honorary Degrees?

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The very first honorary degree on record was a brazen attempt to score points with a wealthy and politically connected bishop in 1478. Not much has changed since then.

How the Enlightenment Worked

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The Enlightenment was a period of major intellectual change. Read about the Age of Enlightenment and the Enlightenment thinkers' impact on history.

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