History is often presented as taking on a life of its own. The winds of history blow and forces beyond the control of man drive events towards their inevitable conclusion. This view is, of course,
complete nonsense. History, at least as far as it concerns mankind, is the study of decisions made by individuals and actions taken by individuals. I say "individuals" because even the most
impactful, powerful idea found its genesis in the mind of a single individual. While it is true that groups of individuals often develop, refine, and implement ideas, it is the individuals ...
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