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John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton, 1st Baron Acton KCVO (January 10, 1834 June 19, 1902), was an English historian, the only son of Sir Richard Dalberg-Acton, 7th Baronet, and grandson of the Neapolitan admiral, Sir John Acton, 6th Baronet. He was born at Naples. · Can we improve this biography or this incorrect? Post your comments or consult wikipedia
"Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely."
Acton, Lord on Power
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"To be able to look back upon one's past life with satisfaction is to live twice."
Acton, Lord on Satisfaction
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