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How the Green Berets Work

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John F. Kennedy called the green beret "a symbol of excellence, a badge of courage, a mark of distinction in the fight for freedom" -- a nod to the most formidable arm of the U.S. military. The Green Berets, or Special Forces, are America's first line of defense around the world.

10 Famous Mothers

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Famous moms are everywhere these days. Every website and tabloid showcases the babies of celebrities. But the 10 mothers we're featuring were world-changers as well.

How Marriage Works

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Marriage is about beginning a new life with a loved one, but it’s also a legal process. Learn about marriage laws, marriage licenses and marriage customs.

Can You Pass This City Name Spelling Bee?

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From Aa to Taumata­whakatangihanga­koauau­o­tamatea­turi­pukakapiki­maunga­horo­nuku­pokai­whenua­kitanatahu (phew!), we’ve curated a collection of challenging city names for you to spell. Can you “bee” the best at finding the right spelling?

Polygamy: A Comprehensive Exploration to Plural Marriage

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The rules of polygamy for Fundamentalist Mormons are based on the Divine Principle. Read about polygamy rules and the practice of plural marriage.

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.

10 Historical Untruths About the First Thanksgiving

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On the fourth Thursday in November, Americans will gather to eat turkey and sweet potatoes, just like that first Thanksgiving ... Actually, not like that first dinner. Join us as we debunk some of the many Thanksgiving myths.

Can You Guess the Southern City From a Visual Clue?

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The American South is rich in history and full of cities ... maybe more so than you realize. We have 40 pictures and a little background info for each; can you identify the cities in question? Scroll down and find out!

How Customs Works

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To most people a trip through customs is just another stop in an airport or a country's borders. But customs agencies do much more for their countries' governments. In fact U.S. Customs raises more revenue than any agency except the IRS. Find out why and how they do it.

10 Historically Inaccurate Movies

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Historically inaccurate movies are laughable -- until you consider that someone takes them for the truth. Read about these historically inaccurate movies.

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