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“There is so much of good in human nature that men grow to like each other upon better acquaintance, and this points to another way in which we may strive to promote the peace of the world.”

Quote by Elihu Root

Book:Addresses on International Subjects

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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 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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