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The French History Quiz

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Think you know your Louis XIV from your Louis XVIII, your Mitterrand from your Chirac? Take this French history quiz to find out.

Ulysses S. Grant Was One of the Greatest Military Generals in U.S. History

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As the commanding general of the Union Army, Grant helped save the United States during the Civil War. But how was he as the 18th U.S. president?

7 Atrocities Soviet Dictator Joseph Stalin Committed

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Joseph Stalin ruled the Soviet Union through force, fear mongering and absolute tyranny. HowStuffWorks looks at seven of his worst acts of cruelty.

Can You Pass a 1970s Trivia Quiz?

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Once the insanity of the Sixties subsided, the weirdness of the Seventies took hold. It was a strange 10 years of pop culture and politics. What do you remember about the history of the 1970s?

The Clinton Administration

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The Clinton administration was very controversial and left a huge impact on modern American history. Read about the Clinton administration at HowStuffWorks.

How Did Benedict Arnold Become America's Most Infamous Traitor?

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Revolutionary War turncoat Benedict Arnold is one of the most reviled figures in American history. But what did he do to deserve this ignominious fate?

38 Greek God Names and 34 More Figures From Greek Myths

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Greek mythology is made up of a vast collection of stories about gods, goddesses, Titans and other legendary figures. Ancient Greek religion was the practice of worshipping these deities, and ancient Greeks believed that these divine beings played a crucial role in their lives and the workings of the cosmos.

How Communism Works

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Communism is a type of government that relies on collectivization of labor and good to equal out the classes. Learn about the workings of communism.

What Is Water Boarding?

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Water boarding is a form of interrogation where water is repeatedly poured over someone's face. Learn about the technique of water boarding.

How the CIA Works

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Despite plenty of Hollywood films about the CIA and its spies, many people still don't know what the agency actually does. Take a look at the history of the CIA.

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