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Why does it seem like mosquitoes are not represented in any classical mythology?

1155 upvotes • r/AskHistorians

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In Beowulf; Does the name 'Grendel' mean anything, and secondly, why is Grendel the only monster with a name?

271 upvotes • r/AskHistorians

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What is the working definition of civilization that has been used to named 'the first civilization'?

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When and how did magic turn into an entertainment theme in literature, as opposed to having an explanatory function?

28 upvotes • r/AskHistorians

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Why were so many advertisements found in bars placed on mirrors?

15 upvotes • r/AskHistorians

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How was the relation between Octavianus and marcus anonius before the murder of ceasar And how did this change in the next year after the murder?

14 upvotes • r/AskHistorians

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Did Roman prostitutes wear special sandals that left phallus imprints?

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In what way was Apollo connected to the sun?

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Merovech is credited as the founder of the Merovingian dynasty, yet it's uncertain if he ever actually lived. What is it that casts doubts on his existence and what proof is there that he did exist.

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How does a quantum vacuum plasma thruster use the vacuum fluctuations as a propellent?

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Title	Upvotes	Subreddit	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Why does it seem like mosquitoes are not represented in any classical mythology?	1155	AskHistorians
In Beowulf; Does the name 'Grendel' mean anything, and secondly, why is Grendel the only monster with a name?	271	AskHistorians
What is the working definition of civilization that has been used to named 'the first civilization'?	47	AskHistorians
When and how did magic turn into an entertainment theme in literature, as opposed to having an explanatory function?	28	AskHistorians
Why were so many advertisements found in bars placed on mirrors?	15	AskHistorians
How was the relation between Octavianus and marcus anonius before the murder of ceasar And how did this change in the next year after the murder?	14	AskHistorians
Did Roman prostitutes wear special sandals that left phallus imprints?	13	AskHistorians
In what way was Apollo connected to the sun?	12	AskHistorians
Merovech is credited as the founder of the Merovingian dynasty, yet it's uncertain if he ever actually lived. What is it that casts doubts on his existence and what proof is there that he did exist.	10	AskHistorians
How does a quantum vacuum plasma thruster use the vacuum fluctuations as a propellent?	6	askscience