When America First Stood Up Against Giant Retailers
The growth of chain stores like A&P in the early 20th century sparked a massive backlash, one with plenty of parallels to today.
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The Long, Winding, Tumultuous History of Nepal
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The Edgy Sport of Gatka
This traditional Indian sport, originally born of warfare, has hopes of becoming the next Olympic martial art.
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He was a legend in his own time, and he knew that gave him a certain amount of power.
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The Abraham Lincoln Brigade was an army of volunteers … but its members weren’t revered like other troops.
FlashbackTensions Between China and Taiwan Go Back Further Than You Think
General Koxinga’s claims to Taiwan were groundbreaking … and now everyone uses his legacy for their own ends.
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With historical photos and traditional music, this interactive game takes you inside the head of a refugee fleeing persecution.
