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“From the accession of Henry the Seventh to the breaking out of the civil wars, England enjoyed much greater exemption from war, foreign and domestic, than for a long period before, and during the controversy between the houses of York and Lancaster. These years of peace were favorable to commerce…” quote by Daniel Webster
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“From the accession of Henry the Seventh to the breaking out of the civil wars, England enjoyed much greater exemption from war, foreign and domestic, than for a long period before, and during the controversy between the houses of York and Lancaster. These years of peace were favorable to commerce and the arts. Commerce and the arts augmented general and individual knowledge; and knowledge is the only fountain, both of the love and the principles of human liberty.”

Daniel Webster

About This Quote

Source Speech: Congressional Address, Daniel Webster, 1835

Peace fosters commerce and arts, which nurture knowledge and liberty.

In simple terms: Peace enables trade, art, and freedom.

Key Takeaway

Support peaceful societies.

Themes

peace economy culture freedom

Mood

optimistic thoughtful

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business development
  • artistic endeavors
  • educational reform
  • policy making

Key Concepts

Human progress knowledge growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies maintain peace?
  • What role does art play in liberty?
A Different Perspective

Peace can be fragile and contested.

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