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Why Annie Oakley Was America's Sharpshooting Sweetheart

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Annie Oakley was the leading lady of the American West. She could outshoot and outride most men of her time. And she did it all while in a Victorian dress.

The Light and Airy Lyre Has Plucked Its Way Through the Ages

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The lyre is a small U-shaped harp that has appeared all over the world, from the ancient Greco-Roman culture, to India, Africa and beyond. Do people still play this ancient stringed instrument?

10 Greek Goddesses in Ancient Mythology

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In Greek mythology, goddesses held as much power as gods, embodying various aspects of nature and human experience.

How Obituaries Went From Dry Death Notices to Tributes to Truth

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Obituaries do more than just let the world know someone died. They're a chance to pay tribute to someone, advocate for a cause or even settle a score.

Hades, Greek God of the Underworld, Had a Pretty Good Gig

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In comparison to his brothers, Zeus and Poseidon, Greek god Hades ended up with a mixed bag, ruling over both the dead and everything under the earth.

10 Uses of the Insanity Defense

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An insanity defense can be difficult to prove. Find out about 10 people who tried to use the insanity plea.

10 of History's Most Notorious Traitors

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Can you name 10 of history's most notorious traitors? Find out 10 of history's most notorious traitors at HowStuffWorks.

The Greatest Debut Rock Albums Of All Time

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It's rare for a band to put out a truly classic album on their first try. Most bands take years to hone their sound, so expecting them to nail it on the first try is asking a lot. Sometimes though, bands come out of the gate with a seminal work that stands the test of [...] The post The Greatest Debut Rock Albums Of All Time appeared first on Goliath.

Can You Name These '70s Singer-Songwriters?

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If you were tappin' your toes to "Crocodile Rock" or soaking in the wonder of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" back in the '70s, you might have what it takes to name these iconic singer-songwriters who helped redeem the decade from being all disco, all the time.

What's the Difference Between Ice Cream, Gelato, Frozen Yogurt and Custard?

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Are you wondering what's the difference between ice cream, frozen custard, gelato and frozen yogurt? Learn all about these sweet treats here.

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