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The manga "Isaak" tells the story of a Japanese man fighting in Europe during the 30 years war. Do we know of any Japanese warriors or people who made their way to Europe and lived there during this period?

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In many medieval-inspired fantasy works, we see a deep class divide between nobility and the peasantry, to the point where peasants are treated almost as slaves. Does this have any basis in reality?

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Why did Greek and Makedonian hoplite formations strugle with turning so much?

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Was the hunting of the American bison really fueled by a desire to control the first nations?

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In Mesoamerican "Flower Wars", what stopped the loser from retaliating with full force?

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What are some good non-academic books or podcasts on royal courts and royal court life in Europe?

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The manga "Isaak" tells the story of a Japanese man fighting in Europe during the 30 years war. Do we know of any Japanese warriors or people who made their way to Europe and lived there during this period?	167
In many medieval-inspired fantasy works, we see a deep class divide between nobility and the peasantry, to the point where peasants are treated almost as slaves. Does this have any basis in reality?	56
Why did Greek and Makedonian hoplite formations strugle with turning so much?	32
Was the hunting of the American bison really fueled by a desire to control the first nations?	4
In Mesoamerican "Flower Wars", what stopped the loser from retaliating with full force?	2
What are some good non-academic books or podcasts on royal courts and royal court life in Europe?	2