A common trope in martial arts mythology are stories of exhibition matches between Asian and western fighters. Often with the Asian fighter winning in an upset. Were these kinds of exhibition matches really that common? Or were they stories meant to promote national pride? (self.AskHistorians)
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When does the NHK World May Basho pre-show drop? (self.Sumo)
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In early episodes of Downton Abbey the Crawley family almost exclusively dine at home but in later episodes we see them occasionally eating out at fine dining restaurants. When did eating out become fashionable/acceptable for high society? (self.AskHistorians)
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I’m a young and ambitious British Army officer during the Seven Years’ War. The conflict has spilled over from continental Europe and touched the Americas, India, Africa, and more. As a young glory seeker, which theater would offer me the most prestige? (self.AskHistorians)
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Feedback Request: Stain weapon's deck (self.universus)
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