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“The methods of peace propaganda which aim at establishing peace doctrine by argument and by creating a feeling favorable to peace in general seem to fall short of reaching the springs of human action and of dealing with the causes of the conduct which they seek to modify.”

Quote by Elihu Root

Work

Addresses on International Subjects

This book compiles addresses and lectures that discuss a range of international subjects, offering insights and perspectives on global issues. more

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Elihu Root
Elihu Root

Elihu Root was a distinguished American statesman and lawyer who served as the 22nd United States Secretary of State under President Theodore Roosevelt. A leading figure of the Progressive Era, Root is renowned for his pivotal role in shaping U.S. foreign policy, notably in the construction of the Panama Canal and the negotiation of the Hay-Pauncefote Treaty. He was also a former U.S. Senator from New York and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1912 for his contributions to peace and international cooperation. more

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