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How did the very first Chinese immigrants to the USA get their soy sauce? Did they make it in the States, was it shipped over, or did they just not use it?

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One of the most interesting and exciting plotlines, I think, is the coup d'état. What are some of the most daring and successful coups in history?

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Over the centuries, many of the original inhabitants of South China slowly migrated to Southeast Asia. What did this sort of slow displacement look like in practice?

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What is the generally accepted theory for the origins of Ketchup?

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These days, many Westerners have a very negative impression towards Durian fruit. Did early European traders/colonists have the same distaste for Durian?

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Bit of a broad question, but (especially circa the 16th century) what sorts of artillery were used besides the cannon, and what were their unique purpose?

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When and where did side bacon originate, and how did it become the dominant 'bacon'?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
How did the very first Chinese immigrants to the USA get their soy sauce? Did they make it in the States, was it shipped over, or did they just not use it?	244
One of the most interesting and exciting plotlines, I think, is the coup d'état. What are some of the most daring and successful coups in history?	75
Over the centuries, many of the original inhabitants of South China slowly migrated to Southeast Asia. What did this sort of slow displacement look like in practice?	49
What is the generally accepted theory for the origins of Ketchup?	43
These days, many Westerners have a very negative impression towards Durian fruit. Did early European traders/colonists have the same distaste for Durian?	9
Bit of a broad question, but (especially circa the 16th century) what sorts of artillery were used besides the cannon, and what were their unique purpose?	1
When and where did side bacon originate, and how did it become the dominant 'bacon'?	1