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Were the guns placed in various fortifications along the English coast by Henry VIII to deter invasion accurate enough to be effective?

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After WW2, the allies recruited as many German scientists as they could. Was this the case in earlier invasions and if not, why not?

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In debtor's prisons, prisoners were expected to pay for their keep. What forms of income were available to help them pay for their keep and pay off their debt?

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What accounts of PTSD do we have from the ancient world? How well was it understood and how common was it?

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The industrial revolution saw a huge increase in the burning of coal in cities due to factories. Was there any concern in parliament about these fumes?

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How were early utilities such as sewers and street lighting organised? Who paid for their construction and maintenance?

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In renaissance Europe, what laws were in place to ensure there was enough fire wood? How were forests maintained?

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What did the American people, troops and brass think of the British in WW2?

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I am a craftsman, such as a barber or tailor set to meet Henry VIII. What security measures would I be subjected to?

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How did Roman citizens secure their homes against burglary?

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Were the guns placed in various fortifications along the English coast by Henry VIII to deter invasion accurate enough to be effective?	10
After WW2, the allies recruited as many German scientists as they could. Was this the case in earlier invasions and if not, why not?	9
In debtor's prisons, prisoners were expected to pay for their keep. What forms of income were available to help them pay for their keep and pay off their debt?	8
What accounts of PTSD do we have from the ancient world? How well was it understood and how common was it?	8
The industrial revolution saw a huge increase in the burning of coal in cities due to factories. Was there any concern in parliament about these fumes?	6
How were early utilities such as sewers and street lighting organised? Who paid for their construction and maintenance?	6
In renaissance Europe, what laws were in place to ensure there was enough fire wood? How were forests maintained?	6
What did the American people, troops and brass think of the British in WW2?	6
I am a craftsman, such as a barber or tailor set to meet Henry VIII. What security measures would I be subjected to?	5
How did Roman citizens secure their homes against burglary?	5