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“All reasoning is basically circular. Logic is a device we use to make the circles as large as possible.”

Quote by Robert Anderson

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Robert Anderson

Robert Anderson was a British military commander born on June 14, 1805, and died on October 26, 1871. He served in a prominent role in the British Army and distinguished himself in several battles. more

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