Admit Quote by Sam Wanamaker
“I admit we don't know for sure the exact spot where the original Globe stood. But the Greenmore Wharf site is as nearly right as we can figure.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statement on Shakespeare's Globe reconstruction, 1990s
The exact original location of the Globe Theatre is uncertain, but the Greenmore Wharf site is the best estimate based on available evidence.
In simple terms: We aren't sure of the precise spot, but Greenmore Wharf is the closest guess.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty and support the chosen site.
Themes
history
architecture
heritage
uncertainty
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
informative
historical
When to use this quote
- tourism promotion
- heritage education
- city planning
- fundraising for reconstruction
Key Concepts
archaeology
urban planning
cultural preservation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does uncertainty affect decisions about cultural preservation?
- What evidence would change the site selection?
A Different Perspective
Historical records are incomplete, and future discoveries could shift the accepted location.
