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If a nuclear war had broken out during the Cuban missile crisis, what was the NATO and Warsaw Pact doctrine for conventional war/ military action after the first strike?

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How did the line formation evolve in battles?

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How were diplomatic relations maintained in the roman era?

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How much of the modern perceptions of WW1 are rooted in the anti-war movements of the 60's/Cold War, and what were the forces that drove that period of revisionism?

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The popular image of assassins is that of a professional, highly skilled killer, often going on a long series of successive contracts on various targets. How accurate is this perception, and how did it evolve?

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What were the tactical options facing naval commanders at the turn of the 19th century?

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In accounts of historical wars, there are lots of mentions of "observers" and "spectators" from 3rd party nations tagging along to watch the fighting. Were these observers there in an official capacity? Were the protections in place for them?

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How important was the concept of a 'just war' to ancient Rome, and did unjust wars ever face any consequences or hindrance?

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Special forces - were small, elite bands of soldiers used in the world prior to the 20th Century?

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In the Immediate aftermath of D-Day, what were the logistical support operations?

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If a nuclear war had broken out during the Cuban missile crisis, what was the NATO and Warsaw Pact doctrine for conventional war/ military action after the first strike?	205
How did the line formation evolve in battles?	56
How were diplomatic relations maintained in the roman era?	16
How much of the modern perceptions of WW1 are rooted in the anti-war movements of the 60's/Cold War, and what were the forces that drove that period of revisionism?	15
The popular image of assassins is that of a professional, highly skilled killer, often going on a long series of successive contracts on various targets. How accurate is this perception, and how did it evolve?	8
What were the tactical options facing naval commanders at the turn of the 19th century?	7
In accounts of historical wars, there are lots of mentions of "observers" and "spectators" from 3rd party nations tagging along to watch the fighting. Were these observers there in an official capacity? Were the protections in place for them?	6
How important was the concept of a 'just war' to ancient Rome, and did unjust wars ever face any consequences or hindrance?	6
Special forces - were small, elite bands of soldiers used in the world prior to the 20th Century?	5
In the Immediate aftermath of D-Day, what were the logistical support operations?	5