Looking back at history let's you see what didn't work and what will come in the future. Let's say I am looking for a way to stop viruses on computers, I would look back and see where viruses attacked, what their intent was and fixed vulnerabilities that have not been fixed.
<span>When Lewis and Clark went on their expedition they talked to the natives about the government and attempted to make friends. They treated the natives well and gave them lots of gifts. They wanted to facilitate a good relationship and friendship.</span>
Voltaire criticized the Roman Catholic Church claiming that it is a corrupt institution which creates dogmas for people and enriches itself. He also claims that Christianity in general is ludicrous and ridiculous, and also absurd.