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Man-midwives! What were the cultural forces in the late 17th/early 18th century that pushed English women to transition from traditional female midwives to male medical practitioners?

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The Romans we're routed by the Carthaginians at the Battle of Tunis - but 2,000 Romans managed to retreat safely. Did any of them write about their experience?

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Hiking is an extremely popular activity in modern societies. Was hiking also popular in the past? What is the oldest reference or example of humans taking long walks in nature as a leisure activity?

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Are there any instances of "bodyguard" type soldiers actually saving the powerful people they protect?

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If the South had successfully seceded, what were their plans for setting up the new country?

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Was there a measurable impact on aspects of society outside of science/academia from Copernicus' discovery and proof that the Earth is not the center of the universe?

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How did pre Columbian North American indigenous peoples take care of orphans?

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Who was a recognized "badass" in your area of expertise, and why?

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Man-midwives! What were the cultural forces in the late 17th/early 18th century that pushed English women to transition from traditional female midwives to male medical practitioners?	3
The Romans we're routed by the Carthaginians at the Battle of Tunis - but 2,000 Romans managed to retreat safely. Did any of them write about their experience?	2
Hiking is an extremely popular activity in modern societies. Was hiking also popular in the past? What is the oldest reference or example of humans taking long walks in nature as a leisure activity?	2
Are there any instances of "bodyguard" type soldiers actually saving the powerful people they protect?	2
If the South had successfully seceded, what were their plans for setting up the new country?	2
Was there a measurable impact on aspects of society outside of science/academia from Copernicus' discovery and proof that the Earth is not the center of the universe?	1
How did pre Columbian North American indigenous peoples take care of orphans?	1
Who was a recognized "badass" in your area of expertise, and why?	0