Accounts Quote by Duke of Wellington
“Just to show you how little reliance can be placed even on what are supposed the best accounts of a battle, I mention that there are some circumstances mentioned in General -'s account which did not occur as he relates them. It is impossible to say when each important occurrence took place, or in what order.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence of the Duke of Wellington, 1815
Historical accounts can be unreliable; even official reports may contain errors or omissions.
In simple terms: Official reports can be inaccurate.
Key Takeaway
Question sources critically.
Themes
history
reliability
military
critical thinking
Mood
skeptical
inquisitive
Type
analytical
educational
reflective
When to use this quote
- research papers
- military analysis
- education
- media literacy
Key Concepts
source criticism
historical methodology
bias awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify conflicting historical narratives?
- What factors cause official reports to be flawed?
A Different Perspective
Accounts may reflect personal bias or limited perspective.
