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Was George Washington Really Offered a Chance to Be King of the U.S.?

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How close did America come to having a monarchy? HowStuffWorks finds out whether George Washington could have been King of the U.S.

Revolutionary War Pictures

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These Revolutionary War pictures show battles and heroes of the American Revolution. See pictures of the Revolutionary War.

Changing the Guard Is More Than Pomp and Circumstance

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While it's technically a glorified shift change, the British monarchy's Changing the Guard ceremony is steeped in history. HowStuffWorks explains.

How King Arthur Worked

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King Arthur was the hero who saved Britain during troubled times. Read about King Arthur's quests, the literary history and who he might have been.

Crafty Wartime Spies Put Codes Right Into Their Knitting

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Knitting socks and hats for 'our troops' was a time-honored tradition during wartime. But spies found a way to use that innocent pastime to transmit vital information.

How to Make Pastry Dough

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Pastry dough, if not made properly, can make your pastry fall flat. Lean how to make pastry dough the right way, so you can master baking.

How Much Power Did Queen Elizabeth Really Have?

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Queen Elizabeth II was a beloved figure who was careful not to cross the line of convention. How much authority did she really wield during her historic reign?

Can You Pass This Very British Food Quiz?

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You may like food, but can you name all of these British foods? From bangers and mash to trifles, British foods have made their stake in the culinary world. Think you've got what it takes to match the images of these popular British foods to the answer? Take this quiz to find out!

5 Innovative Greenhouses

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Greenhouses are undoubtedly an integral part of humanity's future. Check out these 5 innovative greenhouses to see the future of green gardening.

What Is Porcelain, and Why Has It Been Cherished For Centuries?

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The Chinese have been making porcelain as far back as perhaps the first century. What is porcelain, exactly, and why did it take hundreds of years for the process to be duplicated anywhere else?

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