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Why was firing squad developed as a means of execution, instead of just one person with a gun doing the execution?

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Was Britain really composed of Roman Ruins in the past as portrayed in Assassins Creed Valhalla? If so, why didn't they rebuild the ruins or tear them down as opposed to living along side them?

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what is the history of home rental/lease in ancient Europe?

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Why did people advocate for William Calley Jr's release and ultimate Nixon commute his sentence (My Lai Massacre)?

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Why was firing squad developed as a means of execution, instead of just one person with a gun doing the execution?	45
Was Britain really composed of Roman Ruins in the past as portrayed in Assassins Creed Valhalla? If so, why didn't they rebuild the ruins or tear them down as opposed to living along side them?	25
what is the history of home rental/lease in ancient Europe?	9
Why did people advocate for William Calley Jr's release and ultimate Nixon commute his sentence (My Lai Massacre)?	5