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During the Crusades and the in-between periods, were there any notable figures who converted from Christianity to Islam or vice-versa? What happened to them? What was the fall-out of such a decision?

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How much opposition and competition did independent fur companies actually give the Hudson Bay Company during the late 18th century?

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I keep hearing of mercenaries playing a large role in battles during the times of Alexander the Great. How would I get to join one of these mercenary groups, why on Earth would I want to fight these armies that are going to possibly obliterate my army(as a mercenary, loyalty?)?

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During the Crusades and the in-between periods, were there any notable figures who converted from Christianity to Islam or vice-versa? What happened to them? What was the fall-out of such a decision?	229
How much opposition and competition did independent fur companies actually give the Hudson Bay Company during the late 18th century?	3
I keep hearing of mercenaries playing a large role in battles during the times of Alexander the Great. How would I get to join one of these mercenary groups, why on Earth would I want to fight these armies that are going to possibly obliterate my army(as a mercenary, loyalty?)?	1