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“When you have warfare, things happen; people suffer; the noncombatants suffer as well as the combatants. And so it happens in civil war.” quote by Emmeline Pankhurst
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“When you have warfare, things happen; people suffer; the noncombatants suffer as well as the combatants. And so it happens in civil war.”

Emmeline Pankhurst

About This Quote

Source Speech: Women's Suffrage Rally, 1913

War inflicts suffering on all, especially civilians, regardless of sides involved.

In simple terms: War harms everyone, especially civilians.

Key Takeaway

Recognize civilian impact in conflicts.

Themes

war civilian suffering conflict ethics

Mood

somber reflective

Type

ethical political

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • humanitarian aid planning
  • media reporting
  • peace negotiations

Key Concepts

humanitarian law collateral damage moral responsibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies protect noncombatants?
  • What responsibilities do leaders have to civilians?
A Different Perspective

May overlook strategic or political motives behind conflict.

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