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Anne Frank's Diary Is Still Spilling Its Secrets

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Since 'The Diary of Anne Frank' was first published in 1947, scholars have dissected every page. HowStuffWorks looks at the new Anne that has emerged.

These 6 U.S. States Once Declared Themselves Independent Nations

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Many states (or territories) that are now part of the U.S.A. were once independent, even if not recognized as such by other countries. We'll look at some of them.

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.

How Manifest Destiny Stretched the U.S. From Sea to Shining Sea

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President James Polk put the philosophy of Manifest Destiny into action. HowStuffWorks looks at the ideology that helped create the United States.

Fact or Fiction: Google

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Sometimes it feels like Google is taking over the world. And rumors are always swirling about the next new Google development. Do you know which ones are true?

Can You Pass This Mexican History Quiz?

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Mexico is a colorful nation with a complicated and violent history. The region has seen the rise and fall of empires and political dynasties spanning centuries. What do you really know about Mexican history?

How Much Do You Know About the Treaty of Versailles?

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Outside of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, few documents have had such a lasting impact on human affairs. The Treaty of Versailles ended unprecedented human suffering -- but created even more. How much do you know about the famous (and infamous) Treaty of Versailles?

Scramble for Africa Quiz

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In the 19th century, the interior of Africa ("The Dark Continent") was largely unknown to Westerners. But in just a few years, many Europeans laid colonial claims to Africa, sparking a mad dash for land and riches. How much do you know about the Scramble for Africa?

Child of War: The Anne Frank Quiz

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She was more than a precocious kid in an attic -- she brought an eloquence and humanity to the suffering of World War II. How much do you know about Anne Frank?

The History of Imperial Japan Quiz!

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Until 1868, Japan shut itself off from the rest of the world, but over the course of the next 70 years, the country went from an underdeveloped nation to an industrial and military powerhouse. Test your knowledge on Japan's growth and the people who made it possible.

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