Quote of the day
The basis of tragedy is man's helplessness against disease, war and death; the basis of comedy is man's helplessness against vanity (the vanity of love, greed, lust, power).
Vladimir Peniakoff
Born: March 30, 1891
Died: May 15, 1951 (aged 60)
Bio: Lieutenant-Colonel Vladimir Peniakoff nicknamed Popski was the founder and commanding officer of Popski's Private Army.