Destruction Quote by Lester B. Pearson
“We know now that in modern warfare, fought on any considerable scale, there can be no possible economic gain for any side. Win or lose, there is nothing but waste and destruction.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations General Assembly, 1965
War on a large scale yields only destruction and waste, no economic benefit for any party.
In simple terms: War brings only ruin, not profit.
Key Takeaway
Avoid costly conflicts.
Themes
war
economics
destruction
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- military planning
- public debate
- budget allocation
Key Concepts
strategic futility
resource waste
Questions to Reflect On
- Can any side truly profit from large‑scale war?
- What alternatives exist to resolve disputes?
A Different Perspective
Economic gains are often overstated in wartime rhetoric.
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