Aggression Quote by Calvin Coolidge
“It is accordance with our determination to refrain from aggression and build up a sentiment and practice among nations more favorable to peace, that we ratified a treaty for the limitation of naval armaments made in 1921, earnestly sought for a further extension of this principle in 1927, and have secured the consent of fourteen important nations to the negotiation of a treaty condemning recourse to war, renouncing it is an instrument of national policy, and pledging each other to seek no solution of their disagreements except by pacific means.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Naval Disarmament Treaty Ratification, 1927
A nation should prioritize peace by limiting military forces and seeking diplomatic solutions over war.
In simple terms: Peace is best achieved by reducing arms and using diplomacy.
Key Takeaway
Support disarmament and diplomatic conflict resolution.
Themes
peace
diplomacy
disarmament
international relations
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- UN negotiations
- defense policy
- international treaties
- conflict mediation
- peacekeeping missions
Key Concepts
realism
liberalism
collective security
Questions to Reflect On
- How can modern societies balance security with disarmament?
- What diplomatic tools best replace military threats?
A Different Perspective
Achieving consensus among many nations is difficult and may be slow.
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