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181 Slang Words by Decade: From 'Scram' to 'Slaps'
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Popular slang terms come and go - and sometimes come back again. Here are some of the most popular slang words of the last 100 years, decade by decade.
Can You Identify These Classic Hollywood Actors?
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As the 1930s dawned, new technology allowed once-silent movies to suddenly have sound, creating a fascination with film that helped spur what is now known as the Golden Age of Hollywood. Think you can name the most famous actors of the period? Find out with this quiz!
Railroads of the 1920s
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Railroads of the 1920s reflected a time of uncertainty in the industry at the time. Learn more about the railroads of the 1920s.
1930-1939 Ford Trucks
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Ford's depression battle plan was simple: Build better cars and trucks. Explore 1930s Ford trucks -- and find great photos -- in this article.
How Flappers Worked
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How did flappers come about? Read about flappers at HowStuffWorks.
The 'Hanged, Drawn and Quartered' Execution Was Even Worse than You Think
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This was no mere execution. In addition to being hanged until "almost" dead, body parts were taken out and burned before the head was cut off. And we haven't got to the quartering yet.
The Real Story Behind the 'Amityville Horror House'
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Decades after the publication of "The Amityville Horror," not to mention the movie and its countless spin-offs, we're still fascinated by the story of this haunted house - even though many people now think it was a hoax.
Railroads of the 1990s
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Railroads of the 1990s explains the history of American railroads through the 1990s. Learn about the history of railroads of the 1990s.
How Sea Monsters Work
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Whether we live in fear of a kraken or the Leviathan, humans all around the globe have made sea monsters a part of their cultures. Is there a drop of truth to any of these widespread tall tales?
Can You Guess the Movie from Its Cast?
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Great movies come from a great cast, and few decades have more memorable actors than the '80s and '90s. How many of these movies from the '80s and '90s can you identify with an image of its cast?