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History often records people stoically facing their impending death. What about the 'not so brave'? What stories exist of obvious fear in the face of battle or execution?

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How did toilet use evolve to become a private activity?

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Is there a history of soldiers writing messages or images on their armor or weapons, similar to how modern soldiers have done on helmets, bombs, etc.?

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If we could go back in time, who would be the first English monarch with whom modern English speakers could easily carry on a conversation?

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How did American blacks come to adopt white (specifically English) surnames?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
History often records people stoically facing their impending death. What about the 'not so brave'? What stories exist of obvious fear in the face of battle or execution?	250
How did toilet use evolve to become a private activity?	207
Is there a history of soldiers writing messages or images on their armor or weapons, similar to how modern soldiers have done on helmets, bombs, etc.?	89
If we could go back in time, who would be the first English monarch with whom modern English speakers could easily carry on a conversation?	25
How did American blacks come to adopt white (specifically English) surnames?	15