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Vince Lombardi supposedly gained an edge on the competition simply by having his players work out. Was there an understanding of the value of specific exercises in gaining an advantage in sports or military work prior to, let's say, WWI?

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When and where did "sized" clothes originate?

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How did marriage in modern western society come to be demonstrated by a ring on the left hand ring finger?

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Did other civilizations (Eastern Asia was my thought, but others as well) besides Classical European distinctly progress from Stone to Bronze to Iron Ages?

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How well did Napoleon rule?

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What was kissing like before the advent of modern dental hygiene? Was it a less prevalent form of affection?

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Venice and Genoa are often portrayed as rivals in the 1300s. Why is Venice generally shown in a more positive light?

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What kinds of weed control for grain fields were used in pre-industrial agricultural societies?

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Did the USSR have any significant propaganda/legend building victories during the Cold War that westerners may never have heard of?

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How did the colour yellow come to be associated with cowardice?

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Vince Lombardi supposedly gained an edge on the competition simply by having his players work out. Was there an understanding of the value of specific exercises in gaining an advantage in sports or military work prior to, let's say, WWI?	24
When and where did "sized" clothes originate?	24
How did marriage in modern western society come to be demonstrated by a ring on the left hand ring finger?	21
Did other civilizations (Eastern Asia was my thought, but others as well) besides Classical European distinctly progress from Stone to Bronze to Iron Ages?	16
How well did Napoleon rule?	13
What was kissing like before the advent of modern dental hygiene? Was it a less prevalent form of affection?	10
Venice and Genoa are often portrayed as rivals in the 1300s. Why is Venice generally shown in a more positive light?	10
What kinds of weed control for grain fields were used in pre-industrial agricultural societies?	8
Did the USSR have any significant propaganda/legend building victories during the Cold War that westerners may never have heard of?	5
How did the colour yellow come to be associated with cowardice?	5