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In A Song of Ice and Fire Jaime Lannister talks often about how much he hates archers, calling them cowards for fighting at range. Was this sentiment shared by real knights?

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Are there any examples of fiction written between 1918 and 1939 about a second world war?

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Why has the Suit remained the standard for men's smart wear for so long when other area's of fashion are constantly changing?

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How common was it for archers in the Middle Ages to set their arrows on fire and did it actually serve a purpose or was it mostly for intimidation?

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Did medieval lords and ladies refer to their spouses as "My Lord" and "My Lady" in private?

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What happened to the Crown Jewels and other symbols of the Monarchy during Oliver Cromwell's rule?

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How were conscientious objectors treated at home during WWI?

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Where early explorers initially confused by the flipping of the seasons between hemispheres?

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What were the Nazi's plans for Switzerland if they had won the war?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
In A Song of Ice and Fire Jaime Lannister talks often about how much he hates archers, calling them cowards for fighting at range. Was this sentiment shared by real knights?	2403
Are there any examples of fiction written between 1918 and 1939 about a second world war?	623
Why has the Suit remained the standard for men's smart wear for so long when other area's of fashion are constantly changing?	285
How common was it for archers in the Middle Ages to set their arrows on fire and did it actually serve a purpose or was it mostly for intimidation?	227
Did medieval lords and ladies refer to their spouses as "My Lord" and "My Lady" in private?	73
What happened to the Crown Jewels and other symbols of the Monarchy during Oliver Cromwell's rule?	14
How were conscientious objectors treated at home during WWI?	4
Where early explorers initially confused by the flipping of the seasons between hemispheres?	3
What were the Nazi's plans for Switzerland if they had won the war?	0