Pyotr Chaadayev Professions : Philosopher Born : June 7, 1794 Died : April 26, 1856 Browse All Authors Famous Quotes by Pyotr Chaadayev The history of any nation is not only a succession of events, but also a chain of ideas. Pyotr Chaadayev democracy freedom ideas Similar Authors F. H. Bradley philosopher Irving Copi philosopher Ivan Ilyin philosopher Ivan Illich philosopher Bion of Borysthenes philosopher Bonaventure philosopher All Authors