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Napoleon Bonaparte fought 60 battles, losing only seven, mostly at the end of his career. What led to his defeats at the end of his career?

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How did ancient and modern historians estimate the death toll of battles and the war itself?

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Crassus was known to be the wealthiest man during the Roman Republic. How was he able to secure that much wealth? Did he have a place where he can store his wealth?

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There are reports that Stalin was preparing for a war against the USA. How credible are these reports?

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In the movie The Godfather 2. Frankie Pentangeli mention When a plot against the Emperor failed... the plotters were always given a chance... to let their families keep their fortunes.

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What are the theories of why the nomadic horsemen cultures was incredibly brutal to settle societies.

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During WW2 what did the Axis side call themselves and their allies?

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Was there any conquerors or world leaders aware of Genghis Khan accomplishments after his time

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If you're breed into a war driven society like the Spartans, Mongols, Romans, etc. Is it a highly likely chance the soldiers still experience PTSD.

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During WW2 how many of the leaders from all sides. Has either fought or participated in WW1

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Napoleon Bonaparte fought 60 battles, losing only seven, mostly at the end of his career. What led to his defeats at the end of his career?	1924
How did ancient and modern historians estimate the death toll of battles and the war itself?	53
Crassus was known to be the wealthiest man during the Roman Republic. How was he able to secure that much wealth? Did he have a place where he can store his wealth?	50
There are reports that Stalin was preparing for a war against the USA. How credible are these reports?	31
In the movie The Godfather 2. Frankie Pentangeli mention When a plot against the Emperor failed... the plotters were always given a chance... to let their families keep their fortunes.	10
What are the theories of why the nomadic horsemen cultures was incredibly brutal to settle societies.	6
During WW2 what did the Axis side call themselves and their allies?	5
Was there any conquerors or world leaders aware of Genghis Khan accomplishments after his time	4
If you're breed into a war driven society like the Spartans, Mongols, Romans, etc. Is it a highly likely chance the soldiers still experience PTSD.	4
During WW2 how many of the leaders from all sides. Has either fought or participated in WW1	2