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Why was there such a heavy focus on interceptor aircraft (at the cost of fighters) during the Vietnam War, in spite of their clear failings in aerial combat and the poor state of missile tech?	5
Although surrounded by larger economies (Including the island nation and former naval hegemon UK), Rotterdam is the centre of seaborne trade with multiple nations importing goods from around the world through it. How did it rise to such prominence?	5
With significant advances in both material science and control/monitoring technology, what were the main developments in Dams, Irrigation and Waterworks in general over the 20th Century?	5
Admiral Fisher, Tirpitz. With the benefit of hindsight, how well do you believe that the British and German fleets prepared for war, both regarding ship design and politics?	4
Was the justification of the 6 day war propaganda? Or were Egypt, Syria and Jordan actually preparing to invade. If the former, how was it so successful that it is the accepted narrative around the world today?	4
"No Taxation without representation!" But what form of representation were the colonialists seeking, and how would it work in practice given the distances and travel times involved?	4
To counter the Ottoman threat the Cyprus and the Mediterranean, the Holy League was formed. Given the conflicting interests of it's members, how was the alliance formed and maintained?	4
Given the failure of the N-1, why didn't the USSR consider an Earth Orbit Rendezvous approach with existing rockets?	4
Horses have been noted for their fragility. How have steppe Nomad societies adapted to this reality?	4
Is there any truth to the rumour that Hilbert's Hotel is in fact Hotel California?	4

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