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How Many People Died on the Trail of Tears?
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HowStuffWorks looks at the history and legacy of the Trail of Tears and the five tribes affected: Cherokee, Choctaw, Creek, Seminole and Chickasaw.
How the Emancipation Proclamation Worked
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While Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation didn't free the slaves, it was a crucial political move. Read about the Emancipation Proclamation.
How Irrigation Works
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Irrigation provides water to plants. Learn how different types of irrigation work and examine the advantages and disadvantages of different types of irrigation.
Alligator Snapping Turtles Lure Prey With Wriggling Worm-like Tongue Appendage
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The prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle is the largest freshwater turtle in North America and has a bite that, it's said, can snap a wooden broom handle in half.
Why Arkansas Is Never Pronounced 'Ar-Kansas'
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Apparently, Kansas is the state whose name is mispronounced.
How Many States Are in the U.S.A.?
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The U.S. comprises states, territories and commonwealths. So how many states are in the U.S.A.?
10 Weird Facts About the Circus
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The circus has many 'weird' acts, but there are some strange facts about it you may not know. Learn 10 weird facts about the circus at HowStuffWorks.
17 Home Remedies for Poison Ivy
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Getting a rash from poison ivy, oak, or sumac can be a huge discomfort, but a number of natural treatment options can offer relief. Learn simple home remedies for poison ivy.
How Much Do You Know About Texas History?
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From the arrival of the Spanish to statehood, Texas has a rich history. Take this quiz to test your knowledge and find out just how well you know Texas.
Can You Name the U.S. State from 3 Random Facts?
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Are you the champ at your local watering hole's Trivia Night? As an elementary school student, did you pore through your American History textbook just for fun? Put your knowledge to the test with these fun-but-random facts about 35 of our nation's unique states!