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The Noophians were an alien race that was known for its lack of historical appreciation.

According to Noonian Soong, "If you brought a Noophian to Earth he'd look around and say, 'Tear that old village down. It's hanging in rags. Build me something new, something efficient.' But to a Human, that ancient wall, that old house, is a shrine, something to cherish." (TNG: "Brothers")