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How Do Catapults Work?
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How does the ancient catapult work? It doesn't seem like twisted rope and wooden gears or levers would be able to get up the speed to launch heavy loads a great distance.
Meet the Trebuchet, the Castle-crushing Catapult of the Middle Ages
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Before the advent of gunpowder, enemy combatants used a powerful siege weapon called a trebuchet to forcefully launch projectiles — sometimes a large stone, a decapitated human head or a dead horse — at intended targets.
1930-1939 Cadillac
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The Cadillac Sixteen and Cadillac Twelve models helped catapult Cadillac to the pinnacle of luxury car design in the 1930s.
How Ejection Seats Work
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When a military aircraft is in trouble, the pilot may have to eject to save his life. Find out how this crucial escape system separates pilot from plane.
What is a punkin chunkin?
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A punkin chunkin is explained in this article. Learn about a punkin chunkin.
How Aircraft Carriers Work
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Aircraft carriers are ships outfitted with flight decks to launch and land airplanes. Learn about the parts of aircraft carriers and aircraft carrier crews.
1962 Dodge Dart 413
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The 1962 Dodge Dart 413 catapulted Mopar into the muscle car big leagues. See this profile of the 1962 Dodge Dart 413, with photos and specs.
The Ultimate Roller Coaster Quiz
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Few thrills in life rival the sheer adrenaline rush of a roller coaster ride. If you're not getting on one now, make do with the ultimate roller-coaster quiz instead.
How well do you know your medieval weapons?
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The battlefield in the Middle Ages used more up-close-and-personal techniques compared to wars today. Masses of soldiers with bladed and blunt weapons clashed against one another in a desperate fight. Are you a history buff? Take our quiz to see how many medieval weapons you can name!
What Kind of Medieval Warrior Are You?
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The Middle Ages were a time of strife, superstition, disease, and war. Many types of soldiers were called on to serve their kings in the great game of empires. Of the many kinds of medieval warriors, which one do you think you are?