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When Were Guns Invented? A Brief History of Guns

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The first gun was created more than 1,000 years ago, effectively changing warfare - and society - in incomprehensible ways. But do we know who actually made the first firearm?

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!

Who Owns the Beach? It Depends

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On most U.S. shorelines, the public has had a time-honored right to "lateral" access to beaches. That sandy space, however, is being hotly contested.

How Patriotism and American Pro Sports Became Allied

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How did the NFL, baseball, patriotism and the 'Star Spangled Banner' become so intertwined? HowStuffWorks investigates.

Martial Arts Masterpieces You Can Watch Over And Over

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Martial arts movies have been a mainstay of cinema since at least the mid-1970s. All the mind-blowing choreographed action and high-flying stunts are certainly the main reason people have come to enjoy them, but it's not the only one. The truly memorable ones are full of history, humor, oddball characters, and, especially in older films, [...] The post Martial Arts Masterpieces You Can Watch Over And Over appeared first on Goliath.

The Great British Royal Family Quiz

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The British royal family can trace its line thousands of years back in time and is an object of fascination the world over. Test your knowledge of this famous family.

5 Carrier Pigeon Stories

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Read the greatest stories of the pigeons who have served as invaluable to people who need to send important messages over long distances.

Why Restaurants Love Buffets Even More Than You Do

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HowStuffWorks looks at the economics behind brunch and lunch buffets, and lets you in on five secrets of buffets.

NASA's Astronaut Beach House Is a Little-known Gem of Space History

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NASA's historic Beach House on Cape Canaveral is the last place many astronauts visit before they blast off into space. Today it's full of mission memories and NASA artifacts.

Why Is There a Crack in the Liberty Bell?

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Older than the founding of the United States, the Liberty Bell has endured as a symbol of freedom for many Americans, even though that was not its original role.

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