Anti war Quote by Charles Tilly

“Almost all war making states borrow extensively, raise taxes, and seize the means of combat - including men - from reluctant citizens...” quote by Charles Tilly — Download Open image

“Almost all war making states borrow extensively, raise taxes, and seize the means of combat - including men - from reluctant citizens...”

Charles Tilly

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