We learn from history that we don't learn from history! ― Desmond Tutu

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History does nothing; it does not possess immense riches, it does not fight battles. It is men, real, living, who do all this. - KARL MARX

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In the Soviet army it takes more courage to retreat than advance. ― Joseph Stalin

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History is merely a list of surprises. It can only prepare us to be surprised yet again. - KURT VONNEGUT

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No matter what your history has been, your destiny is what you create today. What are you going to create? ― Steve Maraboli

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History will be kind to me for I intend to write it.' — Winston S. Churchill

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Our men must win or die. Pompey's men have... other options.

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The stupid are invincible.

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The only real power comes out of a long rifle. ― Joseph Stalin

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Alternate history fascinates me, as it fascinates all novelists, because ‘What if?’ is the big thing. - KATE ATKINSON

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