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Why World War I Became the 'Forgotten War'
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The 100-year anniversary of the end of World War I offers up a second chance to learn from our mistakes. HowStuffWorks looks at what we need to know.
Why Peter A. Browne Bizarrely Collected Hair
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Peter A. Browne put together a magnificent collection of hair. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the collection and how it was saved from the dustbin.
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 Onesimus, a Slave in Colonial Boston, Helped Stop a Smallpox Epidemic
Onesimus, a slave in Boston, taught the process known as variolation. HowStuffWorks looks at how he saved countless lives.
4 Views of 'Little Women' on Film
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Whether Jo is played by Katharine Hepburn, Winona Rider or Saoirse Ronan, HowStuffWorks looks at the all ways people love 'Little Women' on film.
The Wild History of the Texas Longhorn
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These impressive Texas longhorn has an illustrious past. HowStuffWorks looks at how they wound their way through America and settled in the heartland.
What's the Difference Between Global Warming and Climate Change?
Global warming and climate change are terms often treated like synonyms, but they have different meanings. We'll explain the difference and why both are so important to know.
How the U.S. Capitol's Design Was Chosen By Public Competition
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The U.S. Capitol is one of the most impressive buildings in the world. And how its design was chosen is quite a story. HowStuffWorks explains.
'The Last Supper': The Masterpiece Leonardo Didn't Want to Paint
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'The Last Supper' has had a rough history, from flaking paint to the fact that da Vinci really didn't want to paint it. HowStuffWorks takes a look.
Can You Name the Bible Character from Just One Clue?
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The Bible is full of famous characters, but do you know them well enough to guess them from a single clue? Put your knowledge to the test with this HowStuffWorks quiz!