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How complicit were Colt Firearms and the US military in the disastrous introduction of the M16 rifle during the Vietnam war?

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In 973, 7 British kings met in Chester, England. What do we know about the logistics of such meetings of national leaders during this time?

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When did personal security and bodyguards for celebrities become common?

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Were outhouses a viable option for the less privileged to send the night while traveling during the Tudor (or other) period?

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How was the extinction of the Beothuk people perceived by other societies immediately after their disappearance?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
How complicit were Colt Firearms and the US military in the disastrous introduction of the M16 rifle during the Vietnam war?	440
In 973, 7 British kings met in Chester, England. What do we know about the logistics of such meetings of national leaders during this time?	33
When did personal security and bodyguards for celebrities become common?	29
Were outhouses a viable option for the less privileged to send the night while traveling during the Tudor (or other) period?	6
How was the extinction of the Beothuk people perceived by other societies immediately after their disappearance?	1