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# Robert Strausz-Hupe

(1903–2002)   Geopolitical Analyst

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Robert Strausz-Hupe was a geopolitical analyst, best known for *Protracted conflict*.

## Quick Facts About Robert Strausz-Hupe

Born March 25, 1903

Died February 24, 2002

Profession Geopolitical Analyst

Notable works Protracted conflict

## About Robert Strausz-Hupe

Robert Strausz-Hupé was an Austrian-born American diplomat and geopolitical theorist.

##  Quotes by Robert Strausz-Hupe

> [A nation must think before it acts.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/robert-strausz-hupe/a-nation-must-think-before-it-acts/)

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> [We must ask whether our machine technology makes us proof against all those destructive forces which plagued Roman society and ultimately wrecked…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/robert-strausz-hupe/we-must-ask-whether-our-machine-technology-makes-us-proof-against-all/)

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