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9 Fascinating Facts About Julius Caesar, 'Dictator for Perpetuity'

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The Roman general and statesman's romantic exploits and bloody betrayal were juicy enough to fuel two different Shakespeare plays. We find out more.

Can You Guess These Book Titles From A Single Sentence Summary?

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You may be a book lover, but can you guess these classics from a single sentence? See if you can read your way to a perfect score with this HowStuffWorks quiz!

The Roman Empire Wars Quiz

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From legions of soldiers to powerful generals, it's impossible to get a full scope of the Roman Empire and its role in history without discussing the many wars Rome engaged in. How well read are you on the wars that defined an empire?

Crusades

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Crusades were a series of military campaigns that the Christian countries of Europe waged to conquer the Holy Land from the Muslims.

Why Do People Throw Tomatoes?

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Why do people throw tomatoes? Visit TLC Cooking to learn why people throw tomatoes.

Why do people toast before they drink?

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Toasting before a drink is a fairly common tradition around the world. But why? Find out why people toast before they drink at HowStuffWorks.

What's the Difference Between a Duke and an Earl?

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They both sound prestigious, but one ranks higher than the other. So, which is it and how do you get your hands on one of these British titles, anyway?

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.

No Need to Beware the Ides of March, Actually

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March 15, the Ides of March, has become synonymous with betrayal, lost loyalty and unwelcome surprises. But should this day still make us wary?

How Paper Shredders Work

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Despite a ho-hum name, paper shredders have an extraordinary (and juicy) history featuring the likes of Oliver North, Enron and all sorts of spies. What story will thrust this commonplace technology back in the limelight next?

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