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How do torpedo engines work under water?

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Since a torpedo cannot have an air-breathing engine like a boat, how is it propelled through the water?

What is the history of the remote control?

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These days, remote controls seem to, well, control our lives. Most people tend to have piles of them strewn about their living rooms. But where did this ubiquitous technology come from? Where is it headed?

A Portrait of John F. Kennedy, America's Youngest President

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John F. Kennedy was the youngest man elected president of the United States and fourth killed in office. HowStuffWorks looks at JFK's life and death.

How Nuclear Submarines Work

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Nuclear submarines are powered by nuclear reactors and may carry nuclear weapons. Read about nuclear submarines and how they changed the world's oceans forever.

How the Philadelphia Experiment Worked

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During World War II, a U.S. ship mysteriously disappeared in Virginia and reappeared suddenly in Philadelphia. Or so conspiracy theorists say.

What causes a shark feeding frenzy?

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A shark feeding frenzy occurs when multiple sharks fight for the same prey. Find out how a shark feeding frenzy plays out in the wild.

Pearl Harbor Attack: What Led to It and What Was the Aftermath?

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Japan's bombing of Pearl Harbor was the major event that caused the United States to enter World War II. Learn about the attack only at HowStuffWorks.

Russian Army Repels Hitler's Forces: August 1942-January 1943

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The Russian Army repelling Hitler's forces put an end to the bloodiest battle in history. Learn about it and other World War II events of this period.

How Carrier Battle Groups Work

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How does one of the most valuable pieces of military equipment travel around the world? When they move, an entire fleet of protective air and water craft moves with them. Learn all about carrier battle groups.

Start of World War II: September 1939-March 1940

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This World War II timeline highlights important dates from September 1939 to April 1940. Follow the events of World War II and the German invasion.

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