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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.
The French and Indian War Was the First 'Real' World War
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The French and Indian War was not the French against the 'Indians,' but a massive land grab that indirectly led to the American Revolution.
Take a Roadtrip Through the States and Identify These Landmarks
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We're going on a road trip, and we're giving you a front seat to many of the United States' most noteworthy landmarks! See if you identify bridges, statues and moments that have made their mark on American life. Oh, say can you see, the right answer!
Which Interstate Highways Run Between These States?
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Traveling from Texas to Florida for a family trip to Disney World? Need to head home to Maine from your NYC condo to visit family? You could suck it up and deal with the hassles of flying, or hop in your car and make the trip via the Interstate Highway System, the largest such highway network in the world. Take our quiz to see how much you know about this coast-to-coast travel network.
5 Sustainable Hardwoods
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Look almost anywhere, and you'll see things made from wood. Harvesting that much wood can have devastating effects on forests and environments. Fortunately, some of the hardwoods that are most popular can be sustained in your own backyard.
Who were the September 11 hijackers?
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The events of Sept. 11th, 2001, left many wondering who could have been responsible for the attacks. Find out who were the September 11th hijackers.
How Well Do You Know the US States?
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There are 50 American states, and despite their political union, each has its own culture, history and character. Heck, they even have different names for carbonated beverages! Do you want a soda, a soft drink, pop or coke? See how well you know this diverse country!
Does Thunder in the Winter Mean Thunder Snow is Coming?
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If you hear thunder during the winter, should you get your snow shovel ready? Find out if thunder in winter means thunder snow is coming.
Eerie, Deep-ocean Ghost Shark Footage Surfaces for First Time
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What is the ghost shark? Learn more about this new footage of a live ghost shark in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
The Creation of a Nation: Founding Fathers Quiz
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Your mental image of the Founding Fathers probably involves a bunch of guys in powdered wigs signing documents with a quill. But the creators of the U.S. Constitution did a lot more than stand around and sign stuff.