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I'm a fugitive in ancient Rome. How difficult will it be for me to hide inside (or outside) of the empire? Any recommendations for surviving as a fugitive in antiquity?

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I live in Ancient Rome and would like to travel to the Far East to learn their culture. Can I, as a poor person, travel long distances safely? How can I best plan my travel?

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General Sherman burned down my business and house during his March to the sea. Since the Civil War is now over, how much will the government help me to rebuild during reconstruction? Or will this be dependent upon my own financing?

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Why did the U.S. military pursue a bombing campaign in Vietnam?

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How do you judge the morality of historical characters?

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How were days of the week decided (Sunday, Monday, etc.) and what was used previous to the current weekly system?

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Are there examples of autocrats that took up regular jobs after loosing power?

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I'm a British officer who has been captured by the American Revolutionary rebels during their War of Independence. What are the chances that they will torture me for information?

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Why are there so many colorful accounts of gods and colorful stories that came out of ancient times and oral traditions?

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When did using attributes in someone’s name fall out of style?

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I'm a fugitive in ancient Rome. How difficult will it be for me to hide inside (or outside) of the empire? Any recommendations for surviving as a fugitive in antiquity?	16
I live in Ancient Rome and would like to travel to the Far East to learn their culture. Can I, as a poor person, travel long distances safely? How can I best plan my travel?	6
General Sherman burned down my business and house during his March to the sea. Since the Civil War is now over, how much will the government help me to rebuild during reconstruction? Or will this be dependent upon my own financing?	3
Why did the U.S. military pursue a bombing campaign in Vietnam?	3
How do you judge the morality of historical characters?	2
How were days of the week decided (Sunday, Monday, etc.) and what was used previous to the current weekly system?	2
Are there examples of autocrats that took up regular jobs after loosing power?	2
I'm a British officer who has been captured by the American Revolutionary rebels during their War of Independence. What are the chances that they will torture me for information?	2
Why are there so many colorful accounts of gods and colorful stories that came out of ancient times and oral traditions?	1
When did using attributes in someone’s name fall out of style?	1