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Why do ruins end up underneath the present-day surface? Specifically in cities?

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Would it be practical for a solo ancient warrior to use a spear and shield, instead of a sword and shield?

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Textbooks or other good reads on classical martial arts?

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I have read that, historically, sailing ship captains were given ingots of gold from which to carve small pieces in order to pay for things around the world if provisions or repairs were ever needed. Is this true? How did it work?

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Why does society change (if people never do)?

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I am a serf in the medieval French countryside (1300s). I work land I don't own, and I recieve compensation in the form of grain from my harvest. How do I make any money?

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Why do we know so little about the distant past of certain regions?

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I live in Classical Rome (or Athens). I'm a common laborer in [insert trade]. How much money do I make?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Why do ruins end up underneath the present-day surface? Specifically in cities?	244
Would it be practical for a solo ancient warrior to use a spear and shield, instead of a sword and shield?	18
Textbooks or other good reads on classical martial arts?	3
I have read that, historically, sailing ship captains were given ingots of gold from which to carve small pieces in order to pay for things around the world if provisions or repairs were ever needed. Is this true? How did it work?	3
Why does society change (if people never do)?	3
I am a serf in the medieval French countryside (1300s). I work land I don't own, and I recieve compensation in the form of grain from my harvest. How do I make any money?	2
Why do we know so little about the distant past of certain regions?	2
I live in Classical Rome (or Athens). I'm a common laborer in [insert trade]. How much money do I make?	1