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“I have no fault to find with those who teach geometry. That science is the only one which has not produced sects; it is founded on analysis and on synthesis and on the calculus; it does not occupy itself with the probable truth; moreover it has the same method in every country.”

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Frederick The Great
Frederick The Great

Frederick the Great, full name Frederick William Peter Augustus, was the King of Prussia and a military commander. During his reign, Prussia became one of the strongest powers in Europe. He is known for his military skills, reform spirit, and artistic taste. more

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