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Vincent van Gogh Paintings from Arles

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Living in Arles inspired Vincent van Gogh to experiment with new colors and techniques. Explore van Gogh's Arles paintings in this article.

Why the Massive Maginot Line Failed to Stop Hitler

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After WWI, the French built a fortress of bunkers at its borders to stop another German invasion. But the Maginot Line has come to have a second meaning as a bad defense strategy.

Can You Score 27/35 On This Difficult WWII Quiz?

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War is terrible but it's important that we remember the past, no matter how horrible. Why? Well, many brave men and women didn't give their lives for nothing, did they? But how much do you know about the greatest ever conflict?

Do You Really Stay Conscious After Being Decapitated?

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Decapitation is a surefire way to deliver a quick and painless death, right? In actuality, an increasingly large body of historical and scientific evidence suggests that beheading doesn't, in fact, deliver instant death.

Can You Pass This Naval Battles Quiz?

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On land, the perils of war are already high, but when the battles take to the sea, the risks increase substantially as nature becomes a much more domineering force. Take this quiz and see how much you know about these deadly naval battles.

Buildup to World War II: January 1931-August 1939

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This World War II timeline highlights important dates during January 1931 to August 1939. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.

How the French Revolution Worked

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The French Revolution brought the end to the monarchy -- and many lives. Start with the Old Regime and follow the French Revolution to the guillotine.

Can a Country Buy Another Country?

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Can a country actually buy another country? HowStuffWorks looks into the history and feasibility of countries buying and selling each other.

96% of People Can't Answer These Easy Jeopardy Questions. Can You?

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Hey, we all love trivia ... but not everyone is cut out for competition on national TV! So we've created a Jeopardy-style quiz, with the answers phrased as questions, for those of you who'd rather play from an armchair. Good luck!

10 of the Bloodiest Battles of World War II

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The war that began with German dictator Adolf Hitler's rise to power led to more than 50 million combatant and civilian deaths. Which 10 battles during the World War II were the costliest?

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