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“War was a hellish, horrible hideous thing - too horrible and hideous to happen in the twentieth century between civilised nations.”

Anonymous

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Source Essay: “War in the Twentieth Century” (online publication), 2018

War is depicted as an unimaginable, horrific event unfit for civilized nations in modern times.

In simple terms: War is horrific and should not happen among civilized peoples.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for peace and conflict resolution.

Themes

war civilization morality

Mood

somber serious

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • peace activism
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

ethics international relations human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can war ever be justified?
  • What alternatives prevent such horrors?
A Different Perspective

May underestimate the complexity of geopolitical conflicts.

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