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How did people mow the lawn in the Middle Ages?

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In 1945, entire cities across Western Europe were completely destroyed from the war. Can someone explain the logistical, financial, and timelines on how these locations were built into what we know today?

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There was supposedly a mystery ship within miles of the Titanic while it was sinking. If contact was made, how would a large ship facilitate any type of rescue of a fellow VERY large ship sinking at a rapid rate?

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I found out upon my recent visit to Normandy that Omaha Beach is extremely longer than I originally thought (~5miles). Where was the “hottest spot” on the beach; how bad was it and why?

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Why did Hitler refrain from using gas against enemy combatants in WWII?

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What is the closest proximity enemy trenches got in WWI, and how fierce was the fighting in those areas compared to longer distances?

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What percentage of the armies in the English Civil War carried muskets, and how big a role did they play in deciding battles?

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What was the British Government's view on entering the war prior to Germany's violation of Belgian neutrality in 1914?

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Based on eyewitness accounts and data, what is the most realistic cinematic combat scene, and why?

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Would Britain have entered the war in 1914 had Germany not violated Belgian neutrality?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
How did people mow the lawn in the Middle Ages?	11
In 1945, entire cities across Western Europe were completely destroyed from the war. Can someone explain the logistical, financial, and timelines on how these locations were built into what we know today?	6
There was supposedly a mystery ship within miles of the Titanic while it was sinking. If contact was made, how would a large ship facilitate any type of rescue of a fellow VERY large ship sinking at a rapid rate?	6
I found out upon my recent visit to Normandy that Omaha Beach is extremely longer than I originally thought (~5miles). Where was the “hottest spot” on the beach; how bad was it and why?	3
Why did Hitler refrain from using gas against enemy combatants in WWII?	2
What is the closest proximity enemy trenches got in WWI, and how fierce was the fighting in those areas compared to longer distances?	2
What percentage of the armies in the English Civil War carried muskets, and how big a role did they play in deciding battles?	2
What was the British Government's view on entering the war prior to Germany's violation of Belgian neutrality in 1914?	2
Based on eyewitness accounts and data, what is the most realistic cinematic combat scene, and why?	1
Would Britain have entered the war in 1914 had Germany not violated Belgian neutrality?	1