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In the US-Mexican war the US attacked Mexico and in victory paid for damages and the debt Mexico owed to US citizens. Why?

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What is the bayonet's history?

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How effective were bayonet charges?

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In Roman history the word 'barbarian' is applied to many people. What was the quality of life for these 'barbarians' and how savage were they?

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What is the history of bayonets?

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Who were the Habiru/Apiru?

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Who were the Habiru/Apiru? How did the middle east look politically during the time they were around?

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What is the history between South Africa, the Dutch, and Great Britain?

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High Five vs. Low Five

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Was maille or plate armor effective against gunpowder weapons?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
In the US-Mexican war the US attacked Mexico and in victory paid for damages and the debt Mexico owed to US citizens. Why?	194
What is the bayonet's history?	23
How effective were bayonet charges?	14
In Roman history the word 'barbarian' is applied to many people. What was the quality of life for these 'barbarians' and how savage were they?	11
What is the history of bayonets?	8
Who were the Habiru/Apiru?	6
Who were the Habiru/Apiru? How did the middle east look politically during the time they were around?	5
What is the history between South Africa, the Dutch, and Great Britain?	4
High Five vs. Low Five	3
Was maille or plate armor effective against gunpowder weapons?	2