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'Life is a comedy for those who think... and a tragedy for those who feel'

'It was easier to conquer it than to know what to do with it.'

'The wisest prophets make sure of the event first.'

'We often repent of our first thoughts, and scarce ever of our second'

Born in Mayfair, London
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All men are liable to error; and most men are, in many points, by passion or interest, under temptation to it. - John Locke
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Battle of Hexham - 1464, George III survives 2 assassination attempts - 1800, The Great Gold Robbery - 1855, Opening of the Royal Opera House - 1858, British Legion Formed - 1921, Britain tests H-Bomb - 1957, Arsenal Become Invincibles - 2004
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