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10 U.S. State Nicknames You Might Not Know

Some U.S. state nicknames are immediately obvious, while others may leave you scratching your head. Discover 10 lesser-known state nicknames and how they came to be.

9 of the Newest U.S. National Monuments

There are more than 130 national monuments that highlight often-overlooked stories, helping future generations learn about the country’s fascinating history. Here are nine of the most recently recognized U.S. national monuments.

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5 U.S. Cities With Surprising Nicknames

From the “Biggest Little City in the World” to the “Athens of America,” these five lesser-known nicknames for U.S. cities prove there’s always more than meets the eye.

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The Histories of 10 Classic East Coast Vacation Spots

For more than 100 years, cozy coastal hamlets and beachfront boardwalks from New England to the Carolinas have welcomed countless summer vacationers.

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6 North American Cities That Once Had Defensive Walls

When you think of walled cities, the charming medieval cities of Europe may come to mind. But North America has its own storied past of fortified settlements. Discover six North American cities that once had defensive walls.

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