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Why is Cleopatra’s portrayal always one of a seductress?

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Was the Manhattan Project immediately declassified after the first bomb was dropped in Japan? What was the communication about the program like after the weaponry has been used?

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Why did Sweden support North Vietnam/the anti-American coalition during the Vietnam War?

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Were there still regional identities in the Roman Empire (e.g. being a Gaul) hundreds of years after their conquest?

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I’m a normal worker in 15th century Britain and my wife has just given birth to our first baby. How does my community around me react and what is my role with my new infant?

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If the American Revolution started April 19, 1775, why did congress wait until July 4, 1776 to proclaim independence? Why is April 19 not viewed as a significant date in US history?

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After the end of the American Civil War, why did it take to many years to completely re-admit each state to the union? Why was it not instant? What was going on?

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I live in a town near a battlefield of the American Civil war. It’s the eve of battle and the Union and Confederacy are near. How is my daily life changed?

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When did the tradition of giving away an ornate dish (e.g. cup, plate, bowl, pitcher, etc.) become tradition for sporting events?

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What was the actual alliance between the European Axis and Japan like in WWII? Was it more an “enemy of my enemy is my friend” or were there actual instances of cooperation and coordination?

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Why is Cleopatra’s portrayal always one of a seductress?	31
Was the Manhattan Project immediately declassified after the first bomb was dropped in Japan? What was the communication about the program like after the weaponry has been used?	23
Why did Sweden support North Vietnam/the anti-American coalition during the Vietnam War?	23
Were there still regional identities in the Roman Empire (e.g. being a Gaul) hundreds of years after their conquest?	21
I’m a normal worker in 15th century Britain and my wife has just given birth to our first baby. How does my community around me react and what is my role with my new infant?	21
If the American Revolution started April 19, 1775, why did congress wait until July 4, 1776 to proclaim independence? Why is April 19 not viewed as a significant date in US history?	18
After the end of the American Civil War, why did it take to many years to completely re-admit each state to the union? Why was it not instant? What was going on?	17
I live in a town near a battlefield of the American Civil war. It’s the eve of battle and the Union and Confederacy are near. How is my daily life changed?	16
When did the tradition of giving away an ornate dish (e.g. cup, plate, bowl, pitcher, etc.) become tradition for sporting events?	15
What was the actual alliance between the European Axis and Japan like in WWII? Was it more an “enemy of my enemy is my friend” or were there actual instances of cooperation and coordination?	11