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How did Kings rise to power?

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In terms of physique, would real gladiators have been more similar to Andy Whitfield of TV's 'Spartacus' or to Russell Crowe of the film 'Gladiator'?

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The North Korean narrative regarding the Korean War is that the conflict was begun when South Korean and American forces invaded the North, and that they merely defended themselves. Was this the same narrative that was taught throughout the Communist world?

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How common would rape have been in previous epochs in various places? Anyone with any pertinent knowledge, please weigh in.

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Could a Roman citizen adopt a barbarian, the barbarian thereby becoming a citizen?

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Were there a lot more deformed people around in the Middle Ages?

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Was Washington a "brilliant strategist"?

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What 'Classical Moments' do you know of?

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How would the American Revolutionary Wars have played out if neither side had used, or been able to use, soldiers from Continental Europe?

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Why didn't the USA ever drop The Bomb on anybody else?

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How did Kings rise to power?	13
In terms of physique, would real gladiators have been more similar to Andy Whitfield of TV's 'Spartacus' or to Russell Crowe of the film 'Gladiator'?	8
The North Korean narrative regarding the Korean War is that the conflict was begun when South Korean and American forces invaded the North, and that they merely defended themselves. Was this the same narrative that was taught throughout the Communist world?	7
How common would rape have been in previous epochs in various places? Anyone with any pertinent knowledge, please weigh in.	5
Could a Roman citizen adopt a barbarian, the barbarian thereby becoming a citizen?	4
Were there a lot more deformed people around in the Middle Ages?	2
Was Washington a "brilliant strategist"?	1
What 'Classical Moments' do you know of?	1
How would the American Revolutionary Wars have played out if neither side had used, or been able to use, soldiers from Continental Europe?	1
Why didn't the USA ever drop The Bomb on anybody else?	0