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Has alcohol always been the drug of choice from societies throughout history, or is that an anachronism?

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What was the general opinion of Caligula attacking Poseidon? Were the soldiers scared or just amused? And his generals? Other countries sovereigns? How did the “clergy” react? And your average civilian? Did it had any consequence on Roman society? Anything perceived as retaliation?

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Why did humanity attach such a value to gold and silver?

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Has alcohol always been the drug of choice from societies throughout history, or is that an anachronism?	1
What was the general opinion of Caligula attacking Poseidon? Were the soldiers scared or just amused? And his generals? Other countries sovereigns? How did the “clergy” react? And your average civilian? Did it had any consequence on Roman society? Anything perceived as retaliation?	1
Why did humanity attach such a value to gold and silver?	1