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The Mysterious Disappearance of Aaron Burr's Daughter, Theodosia

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In 1812, she boarded a ship bound for New York, but never arrived. What happened to the daughter of Aaron Burr, the man who killed Alexander Hamilton?

Quiz: How Did States Get Their Names?

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What does 'Massachusetts' really mean? Find out what you really know about the names of America's states with our HowStuffWorks quiz.

Can You Guess the Country from 3 Images?

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Get your travel boots on and discover what the world has to offer! To start, try guessing the country from the images we give here!

Can You Pass This Mexican History Quiz?

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Mexico is a colorful nation with a complicated and violent history. The region has seen the rise and fall of empires and political dynasties spanning centuries. What do you really know about Mexican history?

How State Governors Work

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State governors have a lot of power and responsibilities. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about state governors.

What's in a Nickname? The State Nickname Quiz

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What does it mean to be from the 'Show-Me' state or to be a Sooner? Find out how vast your state nickname knowledge is with our HowStuffWorks quiz!

How the United Nations Works

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The world looks to the United Nations for guidance on important international matters. Find out what goes on inside the United Nations and what role it really plays in international politics.

What Happened to Oppenheimer After World War II?

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Oppenheimer's legacy is as complex as the quantum mechanics and theoretical physics that dominated his mind and shaped his life.

10 Longest Rivers in the U.S.: From the Missouri to the Brazos

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We bet you're looking up the longest river in the U.S. to settle a bet: Is it the Missouri River or the Mississippi River? It depends how you measure.

5 Most Coveted Offshore Petroleum Reserves

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Untapped petroleum reserves dot the globe. Find out where these untapped petroleum reserves still exist and why oil companies covet them heavily.

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