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When you fear something, learn as much about it as you can. Knowledge conquers fear.

Edmund Burke

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Edmund Burke
Age: 68 †
Born: 1729
Born: January 12
Died: 1797
Died: July 9
Philosopher
Politician
Statesman
Writer
Dublin city
Something
Conquers
Conquer
Knowledge
Learn
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