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The 'Petticoat Rulers' Ran a Wyoming Frontier Town in the 1920s
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In 1920, a group of women established an all-female government in the town of Jackson, Wyoming.
Ridiculous History: A Wild West Governor Wore Shoes of Human Skin
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Was a bandit named Big Nose George turned into a pair of shoes? Learn more about this weird use of human skin in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
From Alabama to Wyoming, Can You Name Every Capital?
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Are you smarter than a sixth-grade geography student? If you can name all 50 state capitals, you will have earned yourself a gold star! Do you think you can do it, or has it been too long since you tried? See how well you do!
Ridiculous History: When Doctors 'Prescribed' Alcohol During Prohibition
One unlikely group legally provided easy access to alcohol during Prohibition: doctors. Learn about this bit of ridiculous history at HowStuffWorks.
10 Most Famous Nurses in History
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Do you know some of the most famous nurses in history? Take a look at 10 of the most famous nurses in history that pioneered the modern nursing field.
20 of the Most Iconic Duos in Movie History
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Butch without Sundance? Thelma on the lam with no Louise? Dumb sans Dumber? Unthinkable. Here's a look at some of the most iconic duos in cinema history.
Volcanic Eruptions Quiz
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Volcanic eruptions remind us of Earth's primal power. How much do you know about these lava-scorched events?
How Much Do You Know About Famous Battleships?
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It's not just a board game, y'all. Battleships are the real deal, and they play an important role in US military history. In this quiz, we're going to explore these monsters of the sea and test your knowledge of which is which.
Can You Locate These Wild West Cities on a Map?
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If you name all of these towns in the West, from Tombstone to Ruby you'd be best, then pick Dodge City out from the rest, and ride off in the sunset in the West. Do your best in the quiz and we'll see if you know Oatman from Virginia City.
Does the Jackalope Really Roam the State of Wyoming?
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Legend says that jackalopes roam the plains of Wyoming and even like to sing campfire songs. How much truth is there to this mythical creature?