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43 Why were helmets and other body armour not commonplace in the 1800s? May 24
43 Capturing a much larger ship? Jul 3 '16
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33 Battle of Norfolk (1991 Gulf War): How could the losses be so lopsided? May 5 '17
31 Was there a King of England, or an heir to the throne, in 1831 who idolized Michael Faraday? Aug 31 '17
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