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The technical advancements in the tools used to wage war between WW1 and WW2 were dramatic. These 'improvements' also occurred during a time with a worldwide depression in the first part of the 30s. How was this possible?

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Driving long distances in the early 20th century. How was this accomplished with automobiles of the day and the limited number of gas stations?

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Historical miltary battles lasting multiple days...

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You are a non-land owning, early 20-something, unmarried male during the American Revolution. You are not part of the Continental Army. What is your life like? Do you notice or are you impacted by the fighting?

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I remember reading that the first time scientists tested an atomic bomb they estimated that there was a 10% chance that the resulting explosion would be uncontrolled and would incinerate the atmosphere. How true was that?

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The technical advancements in the tools used to wage war between WW1 and WW2 were dramatic. These 'improvements' also occurred during a time with a worldwide depression in the first part of the 30s. How was this possible?	15
Driving long distances in the early 20th century. How was this accomplished with automobiles of the day and the limited number of gas stations?	3
Historical miltary battles lasting multiple days...	2
You are a non-land owning, early 20-something, unmarried male during the American Revolution. You are not part of the Continental Army. What is your life like? Do you notice or are you impacted by the fighting?	0
I remember reading that the first time scientists tested an atomic bomb they estimated that there was a 10% chance that the resulting explosion would be uncontrolled and would incinerate the atmosphere. How true was that?	0