Lessons of History

No sooner were the walls of the city demolished than the lurking enemies at its gates appeared!*







(C) Demetrios Trifiatis
         24 June 2016


*" Those who forget their history are condemned to repeat it" Epimenides, Greek philosopher, seventh century BC. 
Written in connection to Great Britain's decision to leave the European Union.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Dietrich Avatar
June 24, 2016 at 6:20 PM
oh my, that is unfortunately so true. Wish I understood the whole E U thing!!
Trifiatis Avatar
June 25, 2016 at 1:38 AM
Do not worry, Andrea, nobody does. One fact though: It is the first time in European history that we did not had a war in 70 years! That says something. Thank you !
Andresen Avatar
June 24, 2016 at 1:27 PM
.... No one knows what the future says - Great written. my friend - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Trifiatis Avatar
June 24, 2016 at 5:29 PM
That is true BUT history has a tendency to repeat itself but people do not learn their lesson dear, Anne-Lise! Thank you! Hugs.
Smith Avatar
June 24, 2016 at 9:30 AM
So true. They will come... I will be away on holiday for a week or so. Might stop in to read some poems from time to time but no posts. Be blessed my friend
Trifiatis Avatar
June 24, 2016 at 10:54 AM
Have a wonderful time my friend, Tim! We will be here waiting your return! God bless you! Thank you!
Lamoureux Avatar
June 24, 2016 at 7:37 AM
So true!
Trifiatis Avatar
June 24, 2016 at 10:58 AM
I think so, my friend, Richard! Thank you for your lovely visit!
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