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This short clip of a spar torpedo detonating is amazing. It appears to be similar to the ones used on the CSS David and H. L. Hunley. How may I find out more information on the torpedo, the size and explosive used? A diagram? I can't find info in search.

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

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

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How genetically diverse are today's North American Bison? Given they came close to extinction and the gene pool was reduced, are they susceptible to disease and extinction now?

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This short clip of a spar torpedo detonating is amazing. It appears to be similar to the ones used on the CSS David and H. L. Hunley. How may I find out more information on the torpedo, the size and explosive used? A diagram? I can't find info in search.	5	AskHistorians
This map seems to show the allies knew there were no guns at Point Du Hoc. What are your thoughts?	4	AskHistorians
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	AskHistorians
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	AskHistorians
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	AskHistorians
Mosquito repellant: Did any civilizations write about effective or traditional methods?	3	AskHistorians
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	AskHistorians
I want to learn more about Confederate blockade runners in the American Civil War. Where is a good place to start?	2	AskHistorians
Jutland was one of the largest naval battles in modern times. Why didn't submarines play a role?	2	AskHistorians
How genetically diverse are today's North American Bison? Given they came close to extinction and the gene pool was reduced, are they susceptible to disease and extinction now?	1	askscience