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Research Finds Barbarians Likely Used Stimulants in Battle

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In the annals of history, battles have often been depicted as a clash of swords, shields, and sheer brute strength. However, recent archaeological findings suggest that the warriors of yore may have had an unexpected edge on the battlefield: stimulants. Yes, you read that right. Barbarians snorted stimulants during battle, according to a study that sheds light on the fascinating practices of northern European warriors during the Roman era.

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