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Oh, when shall Britain, conscious of her claim, Stand emulous of Greek and Roman fame? In living medals see her wars enroll'd, And vanquished realms supply recording gold?

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Alexander Pope
Age: 56 †
Born: 1688
Born: May 21
Died: 1744
Died: May 30
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Education forms the common mind. Just as the twig is bent, the tree's inclined.
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Beauty that shocks you, parts that none will trust, Wit that can creep, and pride that licks the dust.
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Let opening roses knotted oaks adorn, And liquid amber drop from every thorn.
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For I, who hold sage Homer's rule the best, Welcome the coming, speed the going guest.
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