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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.

7 Major U.S. Cities That Used To Have Different Names

These days, there's no Terminus, Georgia, or Jernigan, Florida. Find out why major U.S. cities changed their monikers.

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6 of America’s Most Historic Bars and Taverns

Whether you’re sipping a drink where George Washington once stood or visiting Edgar Allan Poe’s last stop, America's most historic taverns tell stories of political leaders, literary legends, and influential figures who helped shape the nation we know today.

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Behind the Genius Design of Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the United States. From an architectural perspective, its design is both innovative and ingenious. See how this larger-than-life monument was created.

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9 of America’s Oldest Hotels

Some hotels in the U.S. date back to the 1700s, offering the same antique charm and bucolic scenery that early American settlers from England once relished. Discover the fascinating histories of nine of America's oldest continuously operating hotels.

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