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What is the longest "unbroken" chain of royal or dynastic succession in known history?

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Were there any major demographic differences between the Europeans settling in Australia and those settling in New Zealand, or where they essentially the same type of people?

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What are the most notable acts of WWII heroism performed by Axis soldiers?

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Which popular revolutions (in which "the people" have overthrown the existing power structure) have been most successful at bringing about an increased standard of living for their populations?

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How were ancient armies fed on large journeys, for example Hannibal's trek across the alps?

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How were early currencies protected against counterfeiting?

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How was Hannibal's army fed/provisioned during their march to Italy?

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How were early identity documents protected against counterfeiting? How did ancient citizens prove their identity?

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How were large armies on large forays supplied with food and fresh water throughout history?

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Did chamber pots traditionally have lids?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
What is the longest "unbroken" chain of royal or dynastic succession in known history?	392
Were there any major demographic differences between the Europeans settling in Australia and those settling in New Zealand, or where they essentially the same type of people?	92
What are the most notable acts of WWII heroism performed by Axis soldiers?	30
Which popular revolutions (in which "the people" have overthrown the existing power structure) have been most successful at bringing about an increased standard of living for their populations?	24
How were ancient armies fed on large journeys, for example Hannibal's trek across the alps?	15
How were early currencies protected against counterfeiting?	10
How was Hannibal's army fed/provisioned during their march to Italy?	7
How were early identity documents protected against counterfeiting? How did ancient citizens prove their identity?	4
How were large armies on large forays supplied with food and fresh water throughout history?	4
Did chamber pots traditionally have lids?	3