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John Dalberg-Acton, 1st Baron Acton
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British politician and historian (1834–1902)

Also known as: John Acton, John Dalberg-Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton, Lord Acton, Sir John Dalberg-Acton, John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton, 1. Baron Acton

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Known works

  • Acton in America
  • Lord Acton on papal power
  • Essays on freedom and power
  • Essays.
  • Lord Acton and the first Vatican Council