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What is the medieval opinion on already very old sites, that would today be considered archaeological zones, like Stonehenge or just a very old castle that hasn't been used for centuries?

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I'm a 16th-17th century duke or a king in Europe. How far back can I safely trace my lineage? What are my sources and how reliable are they? Am I aware of any exaggeration about my lineage or do I just believe what I am told?

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How likely is it to find a Mongolian & Japanese etc in Paris, London, or Constantinople in 16th century?

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How did cross become the symbol of Christianity?

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What is the medieval opinion on already very old sites, that would today be considered archaeological zones, like Stonehenge or just a very old castle that hasn't been used for centuries?	178
I'm a 16th-17th century duke or a king in Europe. How far back can I safely trace my lineage? What are my sources and how reliable are they? Am I aware of any exaggeration about my lineage or do I just believe what I am told?	20
How likely is it to find a Mongolian & Japanese etc in Paris, London, or Constantinople in 16th century?	8
How did cross become the symbol of Christianity?	1