8 Most Infamous Pirates in World History
The wits, cleverness and negotiation skills of Captain Jack Sparrow has drawn attention to the life of pirates. The success of the pirates of the [...]
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9 Examples of Deadly Medieval Weaponry
Medieval weaponry refers to weapons which were used during the Middle Ages in Europe. These weapons comprised of many well-known staples such as axes, daggers, [...]
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02, 2019
9 Historical Mysteries That Still Puzzle People
History is a thing of the past: literally. But even if we cannot witness historical events unfold before our eyes, we know that they did, [...]
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11, 2018
Who Wrote the Ancient Chinese Military Book Known as “The Art of War”?
Question: Who wrote the ancient Chinese military book known as "The Art of War"? Answer: Sun Tzu ("Master Sun", also spelled Sunzi)
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11, 2018
Why Did Christine de Pizan Become the First Female Professional Writer in European History?
Question: Why Did Christine de Pizan Become the First Female Professional Writer in European History? Answer: As a widow, Christine de Pizan had to find [...]
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11, 2018
In Which Area(s) of a Byzantine Church Were Women, Such as Empress Theodora, Allowed?
Question: In Which Area(s) of a Byzantine Church Were Women, Such as Empress Theodora, Allowed? Answer: Women were allowed in the courtyard.
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11, 2018
What Does Yaki Mean in Japanese?
Question: What Does Yaki (焼き) Mean in Japanese? Answer: Grilled
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11, 2018
What classical word means “of, relating to, or common to all the gods”?
Question: What classical word means "of, relating to, or common to all the gods"? Answer: Pantheon. Pantheon is also a church in Italy.
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11, 2018
What Incense is Used in Catholic Mass?
Question: What incense is used in Catholic mass? Answer: Frankincense resin, also known as boswellia sacra, is the typical resin used during Catholic mass. This [...]
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11, 2018
Which Roman Emperor Aligned Himself With Both the Pagan Gods and Christianity?
Question: Which roman emperor aligned himself with both the pagan gods and with Christianity? Answer: The Emperor Constantine. He was also often called Constantine the [...]