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Peace Quote by Greg Mortenson

“Two decades of virtually uninterrupted fighting had made even the most dignified structures appear drunken, wounded, or lost. The entire city seemed to affirm the notion that warfare is a disease.” quote by Greg Mortenson
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““Two decades of virtually uninterrupted fighting had made even the most dignified structures appear drunken, wounded, or lost. The entire city seemed to affirm the notion that warfare is a disease.””

Greg Mortenson

About This Quote

Source Book: The Hidden Life of War, 2012

Prolonged conflict erodes even the most respected institutions, making them appear broken and lost.

In simple terms: War damages respected structures.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and address war's corrosive effects.

Themes

war decay institutions

Mood

somber reflective

Type

analytical critical

When to use this quote

  • post‑conflict reconstruction
  • policy reform
  • humanitarian aid

Key Concepts

conflict impact societal erosion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does prolonged war change societal structures?
  • What can restore dignity after conflict?
A Different Perspective

War's damage can be mitigated through strong governance and reconciliation.

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