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[Meta] I’ve noticed that peoples answers in this sub are often links to old posts with really interesting answers. With that in mind, please post the most interesting answers about anything you’ve found in this sub :)

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Why are some colours common as surnames, whereas others [are] absolutely not?

896 upvotes • r/AskHistorians

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What deaths during ancient times directly affected battles about to be fought/ were in the early stages of beginning?

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How and why did Great Britain lose control of its Empire?

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Were there medieval detectives?

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How dangerous was being a messenger?

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What is the origin of the many, many vulgar chants in football (UK)? NSFW

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Were white flags carried around by armies in anticipation of surrender?

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What type(s) of discipline did children face from their parents, elders and society?

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I work in the field of Photonics and I have no idea what’s cracking.

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Title	Upvotes	Subreddit	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
[Meta] I’ve noticed that peoples answers in this sub are often links to old posts with really interesting answers. With that in mind, please post the most interesting answers about anything you’ve found in this sub :)	4571	AskHistorians
Why are some colours common as surnames, whereas others [are] absolutely not?	896	AskHistorians
What deaths during ancient times directly affected battles about to be fought/ were in the early stages of beginning?	27	AskHistorians
How and why did Great Britain lose control of its Empire?	24	AskHistorians
Were there medieval detectives?	10	AskHistorians
How dangerous was being a messenger?	7	AskHistorians
What is the origin of the many, many vulgar chants in football (UK)? NSFW	6	AskHistorians
Were white flags carried around by armies in anticipation of surrender?	6	AskHistorians
What type(s) of discipline did children face from their parents, elders and society?	3	AskHistorians
I work in the field of Photonics and I have no idea what’s cracking.	1	askscience