"An independent state does not pay too dear a price for its independence in accepting the sufferings of war when it cannot avoid them; a state which has lost its independence may find at least some compensation in the fact that its protector procures for it peace with its neighbours."
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Theodor Mommsen (1817–1903) was a renowned German historian, jurist, and writer, celebrated for his monumental work, "A History of Rome," which earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1902. Born in a modest family in the town of Garding, he rose to prominence through his meticulous research and eloquent prose, shaping the field of Roman history. As a passionate advocate for civil liberties, Mommsen's legacy extends beyond academia, influencing scholarly discourse and inspiring generations of historians in their pursuit of knowledge.
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