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Why did so many people in the Continental Congress hate Benedict Arnold with such an apparent passion?

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Animal sacrifice was present in Jewish religious tradition as well as a European pagan traditions. When and why did it end?

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The US has a lot of right-wing militias right now, and the 2nd amendment supporters seem to be heavily right wing as well. Is there a history of left-wing militias and pro-gun groups? Would the Black Panthers qualify?

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I've read that cheap Irish linen played a significant role in Britain not getting involved in the American Civil War. How accurate is this claim?

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How much was one ryo during the late Edo period?

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Why didn't the powers in WWI attempt to negotiate a peace before 1918?

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How did the Electors of the Holy Roman Empire function as a group? How did they conduct their elections, who was an elector, etc.

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Question about British food history

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What did knights/lancers do with their lance after a successful charge?

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How did guilds enforce their trade exclusivity?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Why did so many people in the Continental Congress hate Benedict Arnold with such an apparent passion?	27
Animal sacrifice was present in Jewish religious tradition as well as a European pagan traditions. When and why did it end?	6
The US has a lot of right-wing militias right now, and the 2nd amendment supporters seem to be heavily right wing as well. Is there a history of left-wing militias and pro-gun groups? Would the Black Panthers qualify?	5
I've read that cheap Irish linen played a significant role in Britain not getting involved in the American Civil War. How accurate is this claim?	5
How much was one ryo during the late Edo period?	5
Why didn't the powers in WWI attempt to negotiate a peace before 1918?	4
How did the Electors of the Holy Roman Empire function as a group? How did they conduct their elections, who was an elector, etc.	3
Question about British food history	3
What did knights/lancers do with their lance after a successful charge?	3
How did guilds enforce their trade exclusivity?	3