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Did pre-modern soldiers and commanders have moral issues with sacking cities?

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The American Nazi Party had some big rallies in the 30s. What was the motive for its members, given how German-centric the Nazi platform was?

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I've seen a lot of pictures of Soviet cavalry charging with sabers. What the hell were they doing?

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It is the year 1850. I am a London prisoner sentenced to Australia. Is this a good turn of luck for me?

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How was Alexander the Great viewed by those he conquered?

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Why did we used to be so fine with such brutal and public executions?

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I'm an average citizen in 18/17th century England. Is there any motive for me to join the Royal Navy?

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Have throwing knives ever actually been used as a weapon?

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Why did no other nation adopt the use of longbowmen?

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At Cannae the Roman infantry significantly outnumbered the Carthaginian. When encircled, why couldn't they break out?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Did pre-modern soldiers and commanders have moral issues with sacking cities?	173
The American Nazi Party had some big rallies in the 30s. What was the motive for its members, given how German-centric the Nazi platform was?	146
I've seen a lot of pictures of Soviet cavalry charging with sabers. What the hell were they doing?	126
It is the year 1850. I am a London prisoner sentenced to Australia. Is this a good turn of luck for me?	118
How was Alexander the Great viewed by those he conquered?	107
Why did we used to be so fine with such brutal and public executions?	103
I'm an average citizen in 18/17th century England. Is there any motive for me to join the Royal Navy?	101
Have throwing knives ever actually been used as a weapon?	96
Why did no other nation adopt the use of longbowmen?	86
At Cannae the Roman infantry significantly outnumbered the Carthaginian. When encircled, why couldn't they break out?	81