Civil war Quote by Daniel Fried
“Two World Wars are sufficient and we are the ones who supported this notion of a united Europe, so there would never be another set of civil wars in Europe again, ever. That was a fabulous success. It was so fabulous that people now take it for granted.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: European Unity Address, 1990s
Post‑war cooperation created lasting peace, yet complacency can erode that achievement.
In simple terms: Europe’s peace is fragile without vigilance.
Key Takeaway
Maintain active support for unity.
Themes
peace
unity
history
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
analysis
call to action
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- international relations
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Collective memory
political will
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies keep peace alive?
- What actions prevent complacency?
A Different Perspective
Assuming peace is permanent can lead to neglect.
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