William III died childless in 1702, in a fall when his horse stumbled over a molehill, an obstacle that seems as if it should have some philosophical significance but, as far as can be seen, does not.

📖 Barbara W. Tuchman

🌍 American  |  👨‍💼 Historian

🎂 January 30, 1912  –  ⚰️ February 6, 1989
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William III passed away in 1702 due to an accident when his horse tripped over a molehill, a seemingly trivial event with potentially profound philosophical implications, yet it doesn’t appear to hold any deeper meaning upon closer examination. This incident marked the end of his reign and left a significant gap in leadership.

The circumstances of his death illustrate the unpredictability of life and how sudden misfortunes can alter the course...

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