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What was the public consensus toward noble and aristocratic women of the Middle Ages marrying again after the death of their husbands? Were such high ranked women seen as a prize or status symbol for aspiring young nobles who might marry just to gain access to her wealth and support base?

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For freed Blacks working in and around Congress and other seats of power in the 19th century, what was the experience like for them?

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At what point did rugby become perceived as a sport for the upper classes and soccer/football was the sport for the lower class?

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Why did soccer never rise to the level of popularity like American Football and Baseball did in early 20th century USA?

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Since the Senate ceased to have any actual legal powers as the decades passed in the Empire, what role did they play? Were they perceived by generals, soldiers or the common people as just figureheads? What would have been the motivation for anyone to join their ranks since they had no more power?

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What led for the Ethiopian Church to be Orthodox and not Roman Catholic?

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What role did Ethiopia and its armed forces play in the Second World War after successfully retaking back their country from Italy?

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What did everyday White citizens in 1920/30s America think of the Klan and other likeminded groups? Would they have cause to speak out against them or their methods unless it personally involved them?

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James W. Ford ran as VP on the Communist Party ticket in the 1932, 1936 and 1940 elections. How was this reported or perceived by the general public and African-American community at the time? Did his inclusion lead to a considerable bump in voters/interest from African Americans?

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What was life like for upper class Black families/communities in New York at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century?

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What was the public consensus toward noble and aristocratic women of the Middle Ages marrying again after the death of their husbands? Were such high ranked women seen as a prize or status symbol for aspiring young nobles who might marry just to gain access to her wealth and support base?	6	AskHistorians
For freed Blacks working in and around Congress and other seats of power in the 19th century, what was the experience like for them?	6	AskHistorians
At what point did rugby become perceived as a sport for the upper classes and soccer/football was the sport for the lower class?	6	AskHistorians
Why did soccer never rise to the level of popularity like American Football and Baseball did in early 20th century USA?	6	AskHistorians
Since the Senate ceased to have any actual legal powers as the decades passed in the Empire, what role did they play? Were they perceived by generals, soldiers or the common people as just figureheads? What would have been the motivation for anyone to join their ranks since they had no more power?	6	AskHistorians
What led for the Ethiopian Church to be Orthodox and not Roman Catholic?	6	AskHistorians
What role did Ethiopia and its armed forces play in the Second World War after successfully retaking back their country from Italy?	6	AskHistorians
What did everyday White citizens in 1920/30s America think of the Klan and other likeminded groups? Would they have cause to speak out against them or their methods unless it personally involved them?	6	AskHistorians
James W. Ford ran as VP on the Communist Party ticket in the 1932, 1936 and 1940 elections. How was this reported or perceived by the general public and African-American community at the time? Did his inclusion lead to a considerable bump in voters/interest from African Americans?	6	AskHistorians
What was life like for upper class Black families/communities in New York at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th century?	6	AskHistorians