John Bagnell Bury, commonly referenced as J. B. Bury, was a distinguished scholar and historian of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, best known for his expertise in classical history. Born on October 16, 1861, in County Monaghan, Ireland, Bury demonstrated an affinity for ancient cultures and languages from an early age. His academic journey led him to Trinity College, Dublin, where he gaine...