“How few successful men are interesting! Hannibal, Alcibiades, with Raleigh, Mithridates, and Napoleon, who would compare them for a moment with their mere conquerors?”
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Quote by Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham
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Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham
Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham was a Scottish politician known for his active involvement in the Scottish nationalist movement. Born on May 24, 1852, he passed away on March 20, 1936. more
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