Battle Quote by Lloyd deMause
“There is, for instance, only one page at the beginning of Runciman's three-volume History of the Crusades describing how the participants decided to begin four hundred years of wars, and then several thousand pages devoted to the routes, battles and other events which make up the "history" of the Crusades.”
About This Quote
Source Book: History of the Crusades, three volumes, by Steven Runciman, 1951-1954
The quote highlights how historical narratives often focus on detailed events while overlooking the initial decisions that sparked long conflicts.
In simple terms: History emphasizes events over origins.
Key Takeaway
Consider the roots of conflicts.
Themes
history
conflict
narrative
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
historical
When to use this quote
- academic study
- policy analysis
- education
- media reporting
Key Concepts
causality
historical bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivations start wars?
- How can we better record origins?
A Different Perspective
The initial decision may be complex and not fully captured.
