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Project MKUltra: When the CIA Tested LSD on Unsuspecting Americans
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CIA obtained LSD for experimental purposes -- CIA operatives tested LSD on unsuspecting Americans in the 1950s. Read about the CIA and LSD in the 1950s.
How Jazz Works
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Jazz is often referred to as 'Americas Classical Music.' Find out where jazz music was created and learn about the culture associated with jazz.
Bacon's Rebellion: America's First Armed Insurrection
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Nathaniel Bacon led an armed rebellion in 17th century Colonial America against Gov. William Berkeley. The rebellion was brief but its ramifications changed the course of American history.
Meet the Man Who Invented Cool Whip, Tang and Pop Rocks
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The 20th century would have been very different without the contributions of General Foods chemist William A. Mitchell, who tapped into the American appetite for convenience and novelty.
North American International Auto Show 2001
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The North American International Auto Show kicks off the year with amazing concept cars and hundreds of innovations. Get daily coverage and a front-row seat at the unveilings!
How to Identify Antique Wooden Furniture
When you want to refinish old wooden furniture, the best place to look is the family attic, basement, or garage. Whether it's worth saving depends on its style and construction. Learn to identify antique furniture.
Why Not All Insurrections in the U.S. Are the Same
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For enslaved Americans, insurrection was often the only path to freedom. Are we misusing the term today?
How Humans Have Made a Mess of Mink
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The wars between American and European mink species and humans quietly rage worldwide. HowStuffWorks takes a look.
The Rise, Fall and Future of Chinatowns in the U.S.
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There are some 50 Chinatowns in America and hundreds more in other countries. What led to their creation and will they survive into the next century?
The Reagan Administration
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The Reagan administration played a big role in modern American history. Learn more about the Reagan administration at HowStuffWorks.