History judged causes' greatness proportionally by how many individuals , themselves powerless to affect any outcomes of consequence, suffered and died in their service.

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A quote often attributed to Winston Churchill takes a different approach to why he felt that historical figures have always been judged by their power. Churchill said, "History judged causes' greatness proportionally by how many individuals ,themselves powerless to affect any outcomes of consequence, suffered and died in their service.” Churchill was reminding his listeners of the role of ordinary people who are often overlooked when considering the accomplishments of historical figures.

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