Essex/history

Famous quotes containing the words essex and/or history:

    “Well, it seems to me a scientist has need for both vision and confidence.”
    —Harry Essex (b. 1910)

    “The principle office of history I take to be this: to prevent virtuous actions from being forgotten, and that evil words and deeds should fear an infamous reputation with posterity.”
    —Tacitus (c. 55–117)