Locksley Hall, by Alfred, Lord Tennyson

<p>"For I dipt into the future – saw the nation's airy navies grappling in the central blue." We are amazed at the accuracy of Tennyson's prediction. But he also foretells "the federation of the world" – yet to be fulfilled. (Volume 42, Harvard Classics)</p> <p>Alfred Lord Tennyson born Aug. 6, 1809.</p>