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Lord Acton Quotes about History

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History provides neither compensation for suffering nor penalties for wrong.

History provides neither compensation for suffering nor penalties for wrong.

History, Suffering, Penalties

"Historical Essays and Studies". Book by John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton, oll.libertyfund.org. 1907.

If the past has been an obstacle and a burden, knowledge of the past is the safest and the surest emancipation.

Past, History, Obstacles

Lord Acton (2016). “Lectures on Modern History: Great Event”, p.4, VM eBooks

History, to be above evasion or dispute, must stand on documents, not on opinions.

History, Opinion, Disputes

Lord Acton (2016). “Lectures on Modern History: Great Event”, p.16, VM eBooks

Truth is the only merit that gives dignity and worth to history.

History, Giving, Merit

Lord Acton (2016). “The History of Freedom: Great Event”, p.125, VM eBooks

To develop and perfect and arm conscience is the great achievement of history.

History, Perfect, Achievement

Advice to Persons About to Write History - Don't.

Writing, History, Advice

Lord Acton (2016). “Historical Essays and Studies: Great Event”, p.447, VM eBooks

History is not only a particular branch of knowledge, but a particular mode and method of knowledge in other branches.

History, Branches, Method

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