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Did the people of the Roman Army receive an education?	1
Many civilisations throughout history developed sophisticated medical systems based on scientific/rational thought. However, this is not the time with regards to mental health as it was a topic of many social and political taboos and scapegoating. Why was this the case?	1
The concept of the classic modern hero is defined as an idealistic figure of incredible deeds, feats and moral attributes. Yet many iconic heroes in many cultures do not have the same moral attributes despite their incredible feats. How did the definition of the hero change throughout history? NSFW	1
In many movies, the British Empire is often depicted as proud but stubborn. How close was to the real counterpart of the British Empire?	1
When depicting battles of the 20th Century, older battles are depicted in incredibly large scales while more modern and recent battles are depicted in small scale. What are the factors that caused this shift in military strategy despite the advancement in military technology?	1
What is the root cause of Hitler's antisemitism?	1
Were nations aware of the existence of concentration camps before they were liberated? Was there any treatment to those who were shocked by these when they were discovered? How were the survivors in these camps nursed back to full health and treated in time because of the resources needed?	1
Was there any time in human history that can be defined as "better" in comparison to how we live today?	1
When America was founded, one of its key cultural traits was libertarianism and freedom for all. However, historical accounts claim that there were exceptions to minority groups and these attitudes are still felt today. So how come these attitudes persisted in America despite its cultural roots?	1
Did the U.S. practice martial arts before Bruce Lee's popularity?	1

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