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In early twentieth century Mongolia, almost half of the adult male population were Buddhist monks. What led to this happening?

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Did Francisco Franco ever consider an invasion of Portugal?

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Why did Mao leave the nationalists alone in Taiwan after the Chinese Civil War?

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How did the breakup of the Soviet Union affect North Korea?

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Where did the tradition of building snowmen come from?

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In the 2012 movie Emperor, Hirohito is seen by the Japanese people as a living god. Is this accurate?

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In places like 19th century Britain, France, and the Netherlands, what was the official position of their socialist parties in regards to their colonial empires?

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Why does Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost city in the world, have a name that translates to 'land of the flame'?

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What can you tell me about the Commune of Rome?

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How good was healthcare in the Soviet Union compared to contemporary countries? (post-war)

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In early twentieth century Mongolia, almost half of the adult male population were Buddhist monks. What led to this happening?	216	AskHistorians
Did Francisco Franco ever consider an invasion of Portugal?	146	AskHistorians
Why did Mao leave the nationalists alone in Taiwan after the Chinese Civil War?	132	AskHistorians
How did the breakup of the Soviet Union affect North Korea?	98	AskHistorians
Where did the tradition of building snowmen come from?	86	AskHistorians
In the 2012 movie Emperor, Hirohito is seen by the Japanese people as a living god. Is this accurate?	44	AskHistorians
In places like 19th century Britain, France, and the Netherlands, what was the official position of their socialist parties in regards to their colonial empires?	35	AskHistorians
Why does Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost city in the world, have a name that translates to 'land of the flame'?	9	AskHistorians
What can you tell me about the Commune of Rome?	8	AskHistorians
How good was healthcare in the Soviet Union compared to contemporary countries? (post-war)	6	AskHistorians