Alliances Quote by Frank B. Kellogg
“I know that military alliances and armament have been the reliance for peace for centuries, but they do not produce peace; and when war comes, as it inevitably does under such conditions, these armaments and alliances but intensify and broaden the conflict.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: League of Nations Assembly, 1925
Alliances and weapons, meant to secure peace, actually fuel larger wars when conflict erupts.
In simple terms: Arms and alliances can worsen wars.
Key Takeaway
Rethink security strategies.
Themes
peace
war
security
alliances
military
policy
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
political
analytical
When to use this quote
- government negotiations
- defense budgeting
- international treaties
- conflict prevention
Key Concepts
deterrence
balance of power
collective security
Questions to Reflect On
- How can nations build trust without arms races?
- What alternatives to alliances could sustain peace?
A Different Perspective
Peace may require disarmament and diplomatic trust, not just stronger arsenals.
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