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How England Broke off From Mainland Europe 450,000 Years Ago
What geological forces separated England from Europe? Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks article.
What the Stuff?!: 5 Killer Samurai Weapons
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Samurai served many functions in Japan's history, but the role we know them best for is that of the warrior. Here are 5 killer weapons the samurai used.
How Jack the Ripper Worked
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Jack the Ripper was a brutal serial killer who haunted the West End of London in 1888. Read about Jack the Ripper and his bloody killing spree.
What's Inside Mount Rushmore's Not-So-Secret Chamber?
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Mount Rushmore contains a small chamber, part of an abandoned plan to preserve American history for thousands of years. HowStuffWorks steps inside.
10 Terribly Bungled Crimes
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Ten terribly bungled crimes throughout history are explored, such as drug deals gone wrong. Learn more about ten terribly bungled crimes.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Canned Food
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We've compiled everything you ever wanted to know about canned food in this article. Check out everything you ever wanted to know about canned food.
How Vespas Work
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Vespas are one of the most popular brands of motor scooters. Find out how the Vespa scooter works and learn about the history of Vespa scooters.
How Monopoly Works
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Monopoly is one of the world's most popular board games with a storied history. But how do you even win this long game of monopolizing money?
Robert Wadlow: Gentle Giant's Extraordinary Life
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At 8 feet 11 inches, Robert Wadlow remains the tallest man in recorded history. His remarkable height shaped a short but unforgettable life.
How a 'War of the Worlds' Radio Broadcast Panicked America
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The 'War of the Worlds' radio broadcast on Oct. 30, 1938 is one of the most famous in history, mainly because Americans believed aliens were invading.