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Mary Edwards Walker: Civil War Surgeon and the Only Female Medal of Honor Recipient
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We'll be blunt: Mary Edwards deserves mad respect. She was a feminist and abolitionist; the first female Civil War surgeon in the U.S. Army; and a Civil War POW. Plus she wore pants!
Top 5 Feminist Movements
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Feminist movements aren't all about bra-burning; they're serious efforts to change the way we think about gender equality. Read about five feminist movements.
Annie Londonderry Bicycled Around the World and Into the Record Books
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At age 23, Annie Cohen Kopchovsky, aka Annie Londonderry, set out on an around-the-world cycling adventure. Why did she do it and did she make it?
The America Quiz
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Land of the free and home of the brave, yes, that is the United States of America! But just how much do you really know about the USA?
How Well Do You Remember the Most Important Dates in American History?
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The United States became an independent nation less than 300 years ago, but the country has managed to pack a lot of history into that time. See if you remember which date will live in infamy and other important dates with this quiz!
How Socialism Works
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Socialism is an economic system that promotes societal equality. Learn how socialism differs from forms of government like capitalism and communism.
How Cesar Chavez United Thousands of Farmworkers and Became a Civil Rights Icon
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Cesar Chavez was able to do something nobody before him could — organize farmworkers through nonviolent resistance. We look at his life and legacy.
Harriet Tubman's Life and Impact on the Underground Railroad
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Harriet Tubman was a conductor on the Underground Railroad. But she was so much more. HowStuffWorks looks at this American legend.
How the Daughters of the American Revolution Works
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The Daughters of the American Revolution is a club that promotes historical preservation. Learn about the Daughters of the American Revolution.
How Currency Works
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Currency is a complex aspect of human civilization. Find out all about these symbols of financial value.