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Bessie Coleman: America's First Black Female Aviatrix

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You've heard all about the exploits of Amelia Earhart, but do you know the story of Bessie Coleman, the first Black American woman to receive a pilot's license?

5 Polar Expeditions That Went Disastrously Wrong

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Hundreds of explorers tried to locate the Northwest Passage. Many of those attempts ended badly. HowStuffWorks looks at five.

How long does it take to build a Ferrari?

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How long does it take to build a Ferrari? Read about the amount of time it takes to build a Ferrari.

Can You Name the American City From a Well-Known Fact?

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America is more than just a single nation -- it's made up of individual cities and states, each with their own distinct history and culture. Take our quiz to see if you can identify these U.S. cities from a single well-known fact!

What Does 2.4 Liter Mean in the Context of an Engine?

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This may sound silly, but on the back of my car there is a little sign that says "2.4 liter," and every morning I see that and wonder "What does that mean?" So what does it mean?

Is there a way to compare a human being to an engine in terms of efficiency

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Is there a way to compare a human being to an engine in terms of efficiency? For example, can you calculate the equivalent "miles per gallon" (kilometers per liter) rating for a person riding a bicycle?

What is the difference between soft money and hard money campaign donations?

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Soft and hard money describe specific types of political campaign donations. Learn the difference between soft and hard money in this article.

1970 BSA Lightning

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The 1970 BSA Lightning motorcycle battled faster, less-expensive Japanese bikes. See pictures and learn how the BSA Lightning dealt with its rivals.

1970 Ducati 350 Scrambler

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The 1970 Ducati 350 Scrambler motorcycle was quick, even without Ducati's hot desmodromic valvetrain. See pictures and learn about the 350 Scrambler.

1949 BSA B33

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The 1949 BSA B33 motorcycle was a successful postwar bike developed by one of England's oldest motorcycle companies. Learn about the 1949 BSA B33.

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