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Did candle chandeliers leave smoke stains on the plaster ceilings of Victorian houses?

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During the Reconquista what language did the Christians speak?

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How available were spices such as saffron for the merchant class and aristocracy in Middle Ages Europe? And how genuine was the product?

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When did the idea of a dedicated,fitted 'kitchen sink' replace a regular tub in most people's homes?

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How did the addition of siege units affect the mobility of the Mongol armies during the Mongol conquest of Khwarezmia?

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How common was the occurance of opposing generals/kings meeting in battle?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Did candle chandeliers leave smoke stains on the plaster ceilings of Victorian houses?	364
During the Reconquista what language did the Christians speak?	9
How available were spices such as saffron for the merchant class and aristocracy in Middle Ages Europe? And how genuine was the product?	3
When did the idea of a dedicated,fitted 'kitchen sink' replace a regular tub in most people's homes?	3
How did the addition of siege units affect the mobility of the Mongol armies during the Mongol conquest of Khwarezmia?	2
How common was the occurance of opposing generals/kings meeting in battle?	1