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In the late 18th Century, 90% of Englishman were called John, Richard, William, Henry, Edward or Charles. Patronyms (or their derivatives) of the first three are common... But where are all the Henrysons, Edwardsons or Charlesons?

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What was the reality of life for Gay people in the post-war Soviet sphere?

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What are the most significant individual errors in history

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In the late 18th Century, 90% of Englishman were called John, Richard, William, Henry, Edward or Charles. Patronyms (or their derivatives) of the first three are common... But where are all the Henrysons, Edwardsons or Charlesons?	428
What was the reality of life for Gay people in the post-war Soviet sphere?	2
What are the most significant individual errors in history	1