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Is it true that Native American were referred to as Indians because Columbus seriously thought he was in India when he landed?

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Before 1960, were there any television/radio programs that were controversial? Shows that got complaints about pushing the envelope regarding contemporary mores?

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In 1600, would a 'citizen' of the Holy Roman Empire identity themselves as such? Would they even know they were one? Or was their view much more local?

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When America was building its Interstate system, did a team of construction workers follow the road they were building, or were there new workers every town/county?

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How did large communities of African-Americans wind up in California?

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Do any historians here follow Game of Thrones? Does anyone recognize similar tales of intrigue and political maneuvering in their own area of expertise?

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How long did it take after the Civil War for Southern congressmen to return to Washington?

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The Roman's built Hadrian's Wall at the narrowest point in Britain. How did they know it was the narrowest point?

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Buggery in the Royal Navy.

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What part did Oman play in the Arabic slave trade?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Is it true that Native American were referred to as Indians because Columbus seriously thought he was in India when he landed?	38
Before 1960, were there any television/radio programs that were controversial? Shows that got complaints about pushing the envelope regarding contemporary mores?	38
In 1600, would a 'citizen' of the Holy Roman Empire identity themselves as such? Would they even know they were one? Or was their view much more local?	30
When America was building its Interstate system, did a team of construction workers follow the road they were building, or were there new workers every town/county?	29
How did large communities of African-Americans wind up in California?	26
Do any historians here follow Game of Thrones? Does anyone recognize similar tales of intrigue and political maneuvering in their own area of expertise?	24
How long did it take after the Civil War for Southern congressmen to return to Washington?	24
The Roman's built Hadrian's Wall at the narrowest point in Britain. How did they know it was the narrowest point?	23
Buggery in the Royal Navy.	17
What part did Oman play in the Arabic slave trade?	16