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How Musketeers Worked
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Who were the musketeers and what were they fighting for? Read about the musketeers of 17th century France at HowStuffWorks..
Top 5 Marie Antoinette Scandals
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Marie Antoinette courted controversy during her life and even her death. Peek into five of the Marie Antoinette scandals, from fashion to flirting to finance.
English vs. French vs. Japanese: An International Garden Primer
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When you’re planning your next garden, get inspired by these classic styles.
How Did These States Get Their Names?
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Ever wonder why the person who named the orange settled on that name? Seems a little obvious, doesn't it? And what about how other things get named, like states? If you have a hankering for some geographical etymology, then take a cross country trip through this quiz!
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.
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.
Identify These 40 States from an Outline in 6 Minutes
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Each state is pretty unique, even when it comes to its outline. You'll really need to know your way around a map to ace this quiz. Let's see if you know your stuff!
10 Historical Misconceptions
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Some untrue historical events have been passed down for so many years that they have become truths. See our list of 10 historical misconceptions.
How Diamonds Work
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Diamond engagement rings. Diamond anniversary bands. Diamond earrings and necklaces. And now, the right-hand diamond ring! The four Cs -- cut, clarity, carat and color. Find out what the fuss is all about.
Who's Buried at Père Lachaise, the Largest Cemetery in Paris?
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This sprawling garden of a landscape cemetery sits in the middle of Paris and holds the remains of some of its most famous, and infamous, citizens.