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A man walks through a park during a cold and foggy night in Athboy, Ireland. _____________________________Palestinians burn tires and throw stones toward Israeli forces as they gather to support the...
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View ArticleFive Things You Probably Did Not Know about World War I
At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the Great War ended as an armistice was declared with the secession of hostilities. Here are 5 things you probably didn't know about “The...
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View ArticleThe Ten Most Famous Churches In The World
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View ArticleThe Fifteen Tallest Statues in the World
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View ArticleA Look Back At 1965
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