Armament Quote by Frank B. Kellogg
“Competition in armament, both land and naval, is not only a terrible burden upon the people, but I believe it to be one of the greatest menaces to the peace of the world.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: League of Nations Assembly, 1930
Arms races burden societies and threaten global peace.
In simple terms: Weapon buildup harms people and peace.
Key Takeaway
Promote disarmament and cooperation.
Themes
peace
military spending
global security
Mood
formal
political
Type
diplomatic
strategic
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- international negotiations
- budget planning
- public education
Key Concepts
deterrence theory
collective security
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives can reduce arms buildup?
- How can citizens influence defense policies?
A Different Perspective
Political realities may limit disarmament.
