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What are some notable blunders in history that resulted in huge loss? (lemmy.ml)
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Loss in terms of money or efforts. Could be recent or ancient.

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[โ€“] 38 points 3 years ago (2 children)

Battle of Manzikert

If I saved one person the 4 calories worth of finger movements required to open a new tab and Google this themselves then I'll go to sleep happy.

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  • [โ€“] 3 points 3 years ago

    Bah! I'm in the habit of spending those calories (history nerd) and did so before reading your comment. Still, your comment is appreciated. Also, thanks to @Cleverdawny for clueing my into something I hadn't known.

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