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How did the Vikings not die of exposure while sailing in open boats?

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What happened to the Man in the Iron(silk) masks body? Was he cremated or buried? Is there anything that could be used to do any genetic testing such as a body or any belongings that may still exist?

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Every culture has had a myth about dragons. Also, most tend to name the same constellation and in a similar fashion. Is this just a coincidence or is it more likely because of early migration and people bringing their myths/beliefs with them?

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If the Germans had won wwii and honored their agreement with David Windsor to take back the British throne, then what would have happened to the other royals? Would he have had them killed?

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What would have happened to the current branch of the British royal family had Germany won WWII and helped David Windsor to reclaim the throne? Was there a plan in place?

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During the time of the Black Death what were some of the immediate political ramifications?

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What were the very first musical instruments and when were they developed?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
How did the Vikings not die of exposure while sailing in open boats?	2766
What happened to the Man in the Iron(silk) masks body? Was he cremated or buried? Is there anything that could be used to do any genetic testing such as a body or any belongings that may still exist?	14
Every culture has had a myth about dragons. Also, most tend to name the same constellation and in a similar fashion. Is this just a coincidence or is it more likely because of early migration and people bringing their myths/beliefs with them?	3
If the Germans had won wwii and honored their agreement with David Windsor to take back the British throne, then what would have happened to the other royals? Would he have had them killed?	3
What would have happened to the current branch of the British royal family had Germany won WWII and helped David Windsor to reclaim the throne? Was there a plan in place?	2
During the time of the Black Death what were some of the immediate political ramifications?	1
What were the very first musical instruments and when were they developed?	1