For all the gold and silver stolen and shipped to Spain did not make the Spanish people richer. It gave their kings an edge in the balance of power for a time, a chance to hire more mercenary soldiers for… — Hans Koning Copy Share Image
The Queen Elizabeth II provides vast amounts of entertainment for an age that has forgotten how to amuse itself unaided. — Hans Koning Copy Share Image
Agitation and commitment are dangerous for the peace of humanity, and the only thing which is even more dangerous is their absence. — Hans Koning Copy Share Image
For all the gold and silver stolen and shipped to Spain did not make the Spanish people richer. It gave their kings an edge… — Hans Koning Copy Share Image
