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Old Railroads

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The age of old railroads saw the birth of the first railroad lines and mass transportation on rail. Read more about old railroads in America.

Does auto insurance cover the car or the person?

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Does auto insurance cover the car or the person? Read about what exactly is covered with auto insurance.

Oh Chrismon Tree, Oh Chrismon Tree?

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In 1957, a woman named Frances Kipps Spencer invented "Chrismons" to remind parishioners of the true meaning behind the Christian celebration of Christmas.

How Zoot Suits Work

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Zoot suits have an interesting story you might not know about. Read about zoot suits at HowStuffWorks.

July 4 1776: American Independence Day

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Americans celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence every year on July 4 with picnics and fireworks. Learn the story behind Independence Day in the United States and how its traditions came about.

Railroads During World War II

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Railroads during World War II were placed under more strict government control to aid in the war effort. Read about railroad industry of World War II.

What's the Difference Between Airspeed and Ground Speed?

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Measuring how fast an aircraft travels depends on whether you factor in the speed of the wind behind it.

How State Troopers Work

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State troopers are associated with highway patrol, but their duties extend past the asphalt. Read about state troopers and state trooper investigations.

Railroad Expansion

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The railroad expansion of the middle and late 1800s changed America forever. Read more about the westward expansion of railroads.

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