We must admit that history is enjoyable to a large extent because it enables us to pass judgement on the past.Douglas Hurd
We should be wary of politicians who profess to follow history while only noticing those signposts of history that point in the direction which they themselves already favour.Douglas Hurd
We, Britain and Germany, can neither of us be happy about our handling of the Iraq war.Douglas Hurd
Wisely used history can give pleasure and provide us with a useful tool; but we should not become its slaves.Douglas Hurd
