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“Lightly armed nations can move toward war just as easily as those which are armed to the teeth, and they will do so if the usual causes of war are not removed.”

Quote by Ludwig Quidde

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German politician born on March 23, 1858, and died on March 4, 1941. Ludwig Quidde is known for his active participation in the German Social Democratic Party and the peace movement. more

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