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Have there been any nuclear weapons that have been lost and never recovered ?

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In TV appearances of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones in 60s they seem to wear formal suits. Why suits?

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Is it true that ancient Sparta did not have its own currency until 300 BC?

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What buildings/structures built over 1500 years ago are still in use?

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Today (28 October) is a national holiday in Greece celebrating the victory over Italy in WW2. How was this victory viewed by the Allies and the Axis powers?

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Why was emperor Nikephoros Phokas called the pale death of the Saracens?

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Did German Wehrmacht officers in WWII receive any reward in the form of money or bonus for winning battles or achieving goals?

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Has there been a case where a woman has ascended to the papal throne in the Roman Catholic Church?

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How difficult is it to prove the authenticity of ancient greek and roman statues?

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Is John Reed's "Ten Days That Shook The World" an fair and unbiased reporting of the events of the October revolution?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Have there been any nuclear weapons that have been lost and never recovered ?	9
In TV appearances of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones in 60s they seem to wear formal suits. Why suits?	9
Is it true that ancient Sparta did not have its own currency until 300 BC?	8
What buildings/structures built over 1500 years ago are still in use?	8
Today (28 October) is a national holiday in Greece celebrating the victory over Italy in WW2. How was this victory viewed by the Allies and the Axis powers?	8
Why was emperor Nikephoros Phokas called the pale death of the Saracens?	4
Did German Wehrmacht officers in WWII receive any reward in the form of money or bonus for winning battles or achieving goals?	3
Has there been a case where a woman has ascended to the papal throne in the Roman Catholic Church?	3
How difficult is it to prove the authenticity of ancient greek and roman statues?	3
Is John Reed's "Ten Days That Shook The World" an fair and unbiased reporting of the events of the October revolution?	3