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To celebrate Valentine's Day coming up, what were some arranged, political strategy marriages of medieval and ancient times where the couple was reported to actually like each other and have a happy marriage?

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Which edition of Herodotus' "Histories" would you recommend I purchase?

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Why is it that the more "sophisticated" and modern a civilization becomes, the more likely women weren't/aren't allowed to rule or fight in wars?

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To celebrate Valentine's Day coming up, what were some arranged, political strategy marriages of medieval and ancient times where the couple was reported to actually like each other and have a happy marriage?	56
Which edition of Herodotus' "Histories" would you recommend I purchase?	3
Why is it that the more "sophisticated" and modern a civilization becomes, the more likely women weren't/aren't allowed to rule or fight in wars?	0