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Did espionage agencies (like MI5, CIA, or the KGB) exist in pre-modern times? If so, what is the earliest example of one?

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Were early Christians/Jews considered lazy by other religions because their religion has a built-in day off every week.

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The Great Red Spot's Wikipedia article lists observations in 1713 and again in 1831. Why are there no recorded observations of Jupiter for 118 years?

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Are there any impregnable castles/fortresses?

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Did espionage agencies (like MI5, CIA, or the KGB) exist in pre-modern times? If so, what is the earliest example of one?	44
Were early Christians/Jews considered lazy by other religions because their religion has a built-in day off every week.	2
The Great Red Spot's Wikipedia article lists observations in 1713 and again in 1831. Why are there no recorded observations of Jupiter for 118 years?	2
Are there any impregnable castles/fortresses?	1