Admission Quote by Henry A. Kissinger
“I have learned, as I wrote, that history must be discovered, not declared. It's an admission that one grows in life.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Historical Method, 1972
History should be uncovered through investigation, not imposed declarations; growth comes from learning.
In simple terms: Discover history, don’t just state it.
Seek evidence before forming conclusions.
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When to use this quote
- academic research
- journalism
- personal education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions shape your view of history?
- How can you verify historical claims?
Discovery can be limited by bias.