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Did the Dutch really trade Manhattan for nutmeg?
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Did the Dutch really trade New Netherland for nutmeg? Find out why nutmeg was more valuable than Manhattan.
Why Is New York City Called the 'Big Apple'?
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Ever wondered how a city gets its nickname? HowStuffWorks wants to know why New York City is known as the Big Apple.
Smarter Than the Average American? Take This USA Quiz!
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Hundreds of millions of people live in the USA, but very few of them know all that much about the country they live in. Do you fit in that category, or do you think you're smarter than the average American? Take our quiz on all things America to find out.
State-funded Funerals: What Happens to the Unclaimed Dead?
Cities have protocols for making sure everyone has an eternal resting place. HowStuffWorks looks at how cities bury their unclaimed dead.
What Is the Oldest City in America? A Look at the Top 11
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Embarking on a journey through the United States' historical landscape to learn about the oldest city in America uncovers a rich mosaic of stories that trace back to a time before even the British arrived and settled on the land.
The Dark History of Indigo, Slavery's Other Cash Crop
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HowStuffWorks traces the history of indigo from its origins and use as a cash crop for blue dye to its replacement by synthetics in the 20th century.
How the 19th Century Invented Modern Christmas
The 1800s saw the birth of many of the Christmas customs, from Santa Claus to lights, that we know and love today.
Anne Frank's Diary Is Still Spilling Its Secrets
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Since 'The Diary of Anne Frank' was first published in 1947, scholars have dissected every page. HowStuffWorks looks at the new Anne that has emerged.
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.
How Indoor Clouds Work
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Can weather move indoors? Thanks to an artist from Amsterdam, yes. Learn how indoor clouds work.