Applaud Quote by Jan Masaryk
“If you have sacrificed my nation to preserve the peace of the world, I will be the first to applaud you. But if not, gentlemen, God help your souls.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the United Nations General Assembly, 1948
A warning that sacrificing national integrity for global peace is unacceptable; true peace must respect sovereign dignity.
In simple terms: Do not trade your nation's freedom for a fragile peace.
Protect national sovereignty.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government policy
- international negotiations
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is peace worth losing your nation's identity?
- How can nations balance global stability with self‑determination?
Peace achieved through oppression can lead to future conflict.