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What were people in ancient societies explanation of “genetics”? For example, was it widely understood that a man’s son would (to one degree or another) resemble himself?

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Going back 50 years or more in America, was it more of a "big deal" to find pennies, dimes, and general loose change on the ground, due to its higher worth?

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[Repost]Going back 50 years or more in America, was it more of a "big deal" to find pennies, dimes, and general loose change on the ground, due to its higher worth?

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With the advent of loose paper or bound books, is there any evidence of ancient "flipbook" style animation?

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What brought about people hanging up photos of famous living people (Presidents, Generals) in their homes, and how widespread was this in the 50's-70's?

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Was the term 'Nazi' as widely used by the average American soldier to describe German soldiers/officals during WWII (as portrayed in modern media), as opposed to 'German' or 'Kraut'?

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In ancient times, what was the reaction or explanation to what we now understand as genetics? For example, a son inheriting specific physical traits from one's father?

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Random question, but when reading old newspaper articles, I often wonder what happens to random people mentioned or interviewed in the article (early 20th century). I'm guessing most ordinary citizens are rarely mentioned more than once or twice in their lifetimes?

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What were the contemporary reactions to the eary roller coasters and thrill rides (e.g. Cyclone, Wonder Wheel at Coney Island)?

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Did the concept of family heirlooms exist in your period/region of study?

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What were people in ancient societies explanation of “genetics”? For example, was it widely understood that a man’s son would (to one degree or another) resemble himself?	2166
Going back 50 years or more in America, was it more of a "big deal" to find pennies, dimes, and general loose change on the ground, due to its higher worth?	149
[Repost]Going back 50 years or more in America, was it more of a "big deal" to find pennies, dimes, and general loose change on the ground, due to its higher worth?	108
With the advent of loose paper or bound books, is there any evidence of ancient "flipbook" style animation?	14
What brought about people hanging up photos of famous living people (Presidents, Generals) in their homes, and how widespread was this in the 50's-70's?	5
Was the term 'Nazi' as widely used by the average American soldier to describe German soldiers/officals during WWII (as portrayed in modern media), as opposed to 'German' or 'Kraut'?	4
In ancient times, what was the reaction or explanation to what we now understand as genetics? For example, a son inheriting specific physical traits from one's father?	4
Random question, but when reading old newspaper articles, I often wonder what happens to random people mentioned or interviewed in the article (early 20th century). I'm guessing most ordinary citizens are rarely mentioned more than once or twice in their lifetimes?	3
What were the contemporary reactions to the eary roller coasters and thrill rides (e.g. Cyclone, Wonder Wheel at Coney Island)?	1
Did the concept of family heirlooms exist in your period/region of study?	1