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This map seems to show the allies knew there were no guns at Point Du Hoc. What are your thoughts?

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Some slaves in the American South were able to purchase their own freedom. Why would a slave owner allow their property to work towards freedom and how often was this achieved? What are some ways the money would be earned?

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There is a history of Civil War figures (both sides) being honored with their names immortalized in armored vehicles. Sherman, Stuart, Lee, Jackson ETC. Why no tank named after Buford? An important Gettysburg figure?

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After the American Revolution, did the British regret not committing more resources to put down the rebellion? Would they have sacrificed other colonies to keep America British had they known defeat was imminent i North America?

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Mosquito repellant: Did any civilizations write about effective or traditional methods?

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Jutland was one of the largest naval battles in modern times. Why didn't submarines play a role?

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Stone cannonballs were used long before iron ones. Do we know how many man hours it took to make one? Were they fashioned with a hammer and chisel? How effective were they against stone castles?

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I want to learn more about Confederate blockade runners in the American Civil War. Where is a good place to start?

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This map seems to show the allies knew there were no guns at Point Du Hoc. What are your thoughts?	4
Some slaves in the American South were able to purchase their own freedom. Why would a slave owner allow their property to work towards freedom and how often was this achieved? What are some ways the money would be earned?	4
There is a history of Civil War figures (both sides) being honored with their names immortalized in armored vehicles. Sherman, Stuart, Lee, Jackson ETC. Why no tank named after Buford? An important Gettysburg figure?	4
After the American Revolution, did the British regret not committing more resources to put down the rebellion? Would they have sacrificed other colonies to keep America British had they known defeat was imminent i North America?	4
Mosquito repellant: Did any civilizations write about effective or traditional methods?	3
Jutland was one of the largest naval battles in modern times. Why didn't submarines play a role?	2
Stone cannonballs were used long before iron ones. Do we know how many man hours it took to make one? Were they fashioned with a hammer and chisel? How effective were they against stone castles?	2
I want to learn more about Confederate blockade runners in the American Civil War. Where is a good place to start?	2