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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.
10 Myths About Lightning
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There's a thunderstorm brewing with some serious lightning. Fortunately you're safe in your car because of its rubber wheels. Or are you? And let's not get started on your rubber-soled sneakers!
US Patriotism Quiz
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How well do show your stars and stripes? Take this quiz to see how much national pride you have.
How did the bald eagle get delisted as an endangered species?
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Bald eagle conservation became crucial in saving America's national symbol. Learn how bald eagle conservation efforts took 40 years to delist this bird.
How Much Do You Know About the History of the U.S. Postal Service?
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You plop a stamp on a latter, drop it into a mailbox, and off it goes, reaching its destination a few days later. We often take postal service for granted ... but it is of vital importance to our society. What do you know about the history of the United States Postal Service?
How the Articles of Confederation Paved the Way for the U.S. Constitution
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The Articles of Confederation were the precursor to the U.S. Constitution. HowStuffWorks looks at how they paved the way for the U.S. system of government.
35 Things Only True Philadelphians Know
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Philadelphia is one of the most populous cities in the country! It has a unique food culture and history that makes it unlike any other city in the country. Test your Philly chops with this HowStuffWorks quiz!
10 False History 'Facts' Everyone Knows
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Lots of great stories from history we learned in school are just plain wrong. Here are 10 false history facts from HowStuffWorks.
What Are the Masons?
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There are several theories where Freemasons came from, from King Solomon to the Knights Templar. Learn here how they actually began.
About Face: The U.S. Currency Portrait Quiz
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Take our HowStuffWorks quiz to find out whose face graces which bill in U.S. currency, including those little-seen notes.