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What do we know about the role of high status women in the Ottoman Empire? Who were some of the most influential women throughout its existence?

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Did medieval jousting accidents lead to rule changes in the same way that has happened with some more modern sports?

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When did famous fashion designers become "a thing"? Were there nationally or internationally-renowned dress or shoemakers of the medieval period, for instance?

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Is there a modern consensus on the strength/weakness of King Stephen's rulership during 'The Anarchy'?

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In 1927, Cardiff City became the only non-English champions of the FA Cup. Their team that day only had three Welsh players. Was this remarkable for the time?

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Was there a marked difference in the population of Europe in the classical period when compared to the high Medieval period?

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Did taxicabs begin operating at night in the aftermath of electrification?

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What was the organisation of the Ottoman government like in 1914? How powerful was the sultan vis-a-vis his advisors?

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What do we know about the role of high status women in the Ottoman Empire? Who were some of the most influential women throughout its existence?	5
Did medieval jousting accidents lead to rule changes in the same way that has happened with some more modern sports?	5
When did famous fashion designers become "a thing"? Were there nationally or internationally-renowned dress or shoemakers of the medieval period, for instance?	4
Is there a modern consensus on the strength/weakness of King Stephen's rulership during 'The Anarchy'?	4
In 1927, Cardiff City became the only non-English champions of the FA Cup. Their team that day only had three Welsh players. Was this remarkable for the time?	4
Was there a marked difference in the population of Europe in the classical period when compared to the high Medieval period?	2
Did taxicabs begin operating at night in the aftermath of electrification?	1
What was the organisation of the Ottoman government like in 1914? How powerful was the sultan vis-a-vis his advisors?	1