Frank B. Kellogg Quotes

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• Warned by the disaster of the last great war, the statesmen of all nations have been taking measures to prevent the return of another such…
• There are but few naval powers, but there are many land powers.
• Competition in armament, both land and naval, is not only a terrible burden upon the people, but I believe it to be one of the…
• I do not hesitate to say that the limitation on naval craft between the great naval powers was too high.
• Public opinion shapes our destinies and guides the progress of human affairs.
• I further value this gift as it gave me an opportunity to accept this distinguished honor in a country so devoted to this cause and…
• I have often heard it said that the United States is isolated and is not interested in European affairs. I assure you that this is…
• If we will maintain our hope and confidence in the genius of our people, they will work out this problem, and their ability and industry…
• There will always be disputes between nations which, at times, will inflame the public and threaten conflicts, but the main thing is to educate the…
• Adequate defense has been the catchword of every militarist for centuries.
• I know of no greater work for humanity than in the cause of peace, which can only be achieved by the earnest efforts of nations…
• I share the opinion of those of broader vision, who see in the signs of the time hope of humanity for peace.
• It is true not all has been accomplished that the earnest advocates would desire, but a start has been made.
• There is no short and easy road, no magic cure for those ills which have afflicted mankind from the dawn of history.
• I know that military alliances and armament have been the reliance for peace for centuries, but they do not produce peace; and when war comes,…
• It is idle to say that nations can struggle to outdo each other in building armaments and never use them. History demonstrates the contrary, and…
• I regret very much to hear so many people, many of my own countrymen, predicting war, stating that Europe is preparing and arming for such…
• It is not to be expected that human nature will change in a day.
• I believe that in the end the abolition of war, the maintenance of world peace, the adjustment of international questions by pacific means will come…
• Certain it is that a great responsibility rests upon the statesmen of all nations, not only to fulfill the promises for reduction in armaments, but…

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