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Was the Iroquois Great Law of Peace the Source for the U.S. Constitution?

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Historians doubt that the Iroquois Confederacy directly inspired the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at what influences the Iroquois' ideas may have had on the former colonists.

How Frazer Cars Work

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The Frazer company was a marriage of Joseph Frazer's sales skill and Henry J. Kaiser's resources. Learn how this partnership worked out.

Top 5 Survival Tips for Winning the Lottery

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These top 5 survival tips for winning the lottery will help you manage your finances if you ever beat the odds. Learn how to survive winning the lottery.

What Did Benjamin Franklin Invent? Much More Than Bifocals

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Between running a print shop, engineering the U.S. postal system, and helping sow the seeds of the American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin also found time to draw up a vast collection of new devices. What are some of his most enduring inventions?

How Squatting Works

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Squatting is setting up camp on land or moving into an unused building. Learn what laws protect squatters and how squatting affects culture.

How the National Security Council Works

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The National Security Council provides advice to the president on intelligence matters and coordinates activities in various government agencies. At least in theory. In reality, each U.S. president has used the council in the way that suits him.

The Invasive Joro Spider Is Getting Cozy in the U.S.

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Native to East Asia, the Joro spider has adapted to life in the southern U.S. and, as far as we know, is a beneficial addition to the ecosystem.

How the White House Rose Garden Became the Most Famous Garden in the World

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The White House Rose Garden has been the scene of many history-making events, but the story of its creation is a fascinating tale in itself.

Only History Fanatics Can Name All 50 Famous Historic Figures

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These famous people in history have inspired millions by their actions, beliefs or artistic contributions. Do you think you know your history? Take this quiz and see how many of these famous people you can name from an image.

America's Black Holocaust Museum Reopens After 14-Year Closure

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The newly reopened America's Black Holocaust Museum traces more than 400 years of Black American history, from the era before enslavement to the present.

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