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“The importance of fear as a factor in war-making cannot be overlooked, and can hardly be overestimated. Any politician can play on panic when he wishes to stampede a people into war.”

Quote by Maude Royden

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Maude Royden
Maude Royden

Maude Royden was a prominent figure in the early 20th century, known for her work in social reform and women's rights. She was an advocate for peace and was a key figure in the women's suffrage movement in the United Kingdom. more

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