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The first editions of "Jane's All the World's Fighting Ships" was published by a guy who wanted really accurate data for his naval wargames. What kind of games would Fred T. James have played?

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Is there evidence of early military tests with jet aircraft being flown by test pilots in gorilla suits?

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When Europe was dominated by noble families, how much important business got done at operas, fancy dinner parties, and other social occasions?

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Are there any verified reports of the Mig-25 radar actually cooking rabbits?

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What did Rome Add to Greek Intellectualism?

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Truth in Propaganda; WWII Training Film on American Machine Guns vs German Equivalents

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What's with the angled hull on the USS St. Lo?

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Why did domesticated cows get smaller?

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How did US pro sports adopt logos with blue and red backgrounds and a white silhouette?

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Did the Second Foundation exist, or is it just a product of pro-Branno propaganda?

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The first editions of "Jane's All the World's Fighting Ships" was published by a guy who wanted really accurate data for his naval wargames. What kind of games would Fred T. James have played?	223
Is there evidence of early military tests with jet aircraft being flown by test pilots in gorilla suits?	18
When Europe was dominated by noble families, how much important business got done at operas, fancy dinner parties, and other social occasions?	7
Are there any verified reports of the Mig-25 radar actually cooking rabbits?	6
What did Rome Add to Greek Intellectualism?	4
Truth in Propaganda; WWII Training Film on American Machine Guns vs German Equivalents	2
What's with the angled hull on the USS St. Lo?	2
Why did domesticated cows get smaller?	1
How did US pro sports adopt logos with blue and red backgrounds and a white silhouette?	1
Did the Second Foundation exist, or is it just a product of pro-Branno propaganda?	1