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Free Land: How the Homestead Act Helped America Expand Westward

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President Abraham Lincoln signed into law that any person in the U.S. could have free land — 160 acres in fact. But there was a catch.

What Is Homestead Exemption?

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The Homestead Exemption can refer to exemptions from property tax that homeowners can claim. Learn about the Homestead Exemption in this article.

How Much Do You Know About the American Frontier?

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You'll grow ever so curious with each amazing fact you discover on this American expansion quiz. The sweet land of liberty went through some rough patches during its birth. Learn a few of the more sensational events that made America so splendid!

How Strikes Work

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Strikes affect the balance of power between corporations and workers. Learn about strikes and find out how employee strike demands are negotiated.

How Labor Scabs Work

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Labor scabs fill jobs when union workers go on strike. Learn more about labor scabs and labor strikes.

Think you know the TV show Little House on the Prairie?

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If Laura had a remembrance book, there's one thing she'd want to put in it: her adventures in the American Midwest. The TV series, though, was only loosely based on the book series, and took liberties with the story over its nine seasons. Albert Ingalls, for instance, appears only on the show. Mary's husband, too. See how much you remember about the pioneer life of the Ingalls family and the town of Walnut Grove.

Can You Guess the State From a Famous Movie Star Born There?

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Johnny Cash had been to Reno, Chicago, Fargo, Minnesota, Buffalo, Toronto, Winslow, Sarasota and, well, a whole song's worth of places. Do you know where these other famous folks came from? Grab your atlas and the quiz!

From Enslaved Woman to Millionaire: The Biddy Mason Story

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Biddy Mason's owner nearly tricked her out of freedom but the cavalry rode to her rescue. She later became a self-made millionaire who helped others.

Bee Balm: If You Plant It, They Will Come

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Bee balm is one of those staple plants that gardeners love for its beauty, its many varieties and its value as a magnet for pollinators.

12 Real Haunted Houses That'll Give You Nightmares

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Real-life haunted houses make us hide under the covers and sleep with one eye open. Learn about the spooky history of these real-life haunted houses.

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