“The dignity of history consists in reciting events with truth and accuracy, and in presenting human agents and their actions in an interesting and instructive form. The first element in history, therefore, is truthfulness; and this truthfulness must be displayed in a concrete form.”
Quote by Daniel Webster
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An address delivered before the New York Historical Society, Feb. 23, 1852
This book contains a speech delivered at a gathering of the New York Historical Society in 1852. The speech addresses historical and cultural topics relevant to the society's interests at the time. more
Author
Daniel Webster
Daniel Webster, a former United States Senator, was born on January 18, 1782, and passed away on October 24, 1852. He was a renowned lawyer, orator, and politician in American history, known for his eloquent speeches and steadfast convictions. more
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