Was a shilling expensive in 1776?

A shilling was not an expensive coin in 1776. At that time, the shilling was worth less than a twentieth of a pound, and was used to purchase everyday items such as bread, cheese, and candles.

Did the British really abolish caste system in India?

Who is better Aztecs or Romans?

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