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Queen Elizabeth II is known to have received training as a mechanic during World War II. Her father, the king, reportedly ordered that she receive "no privileges" for her royal status. Was she genuinely a "normal" member of the ATS, or was it more of an honorary position to boost morale?

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How did the Soviet Union view the Berlin Airlift?

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During WWII, what did Axis countries think of their allies that surrendered? How did that thinking change post-war?

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How was George Washington's decision to step down at the end of his second term perceived by his peers, by other nations, or by the general populace at the time?

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Queen Elizabeth II is known to have received training as a mechanic during World War II. Her father, the king, reportedly ordered that she receive "no privileges" for her royal status. Was she genuinely a "normal" member of the ATS, or was it more of an honorary position to boost morale?	3503
How did the Soviet Union view the Berlin Airlift?	13
During WWII, what did Axis countries think of their allies that surrendered? How did that thinking change post-war?	13
How was George Washington's decision to step down at the end of his second term perceived by his peers, by other nations, or by the general populace at the time?	11