Believe Quote by Pierre Laval
“I feel that an understanding could be reached with Germany which would result in a lasting peace with Europe and believe that a German victory is preferable to a British and Soviet victory.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Vichy Government, 1940
He argues that a negotiated peace with Germany is better than a war ending with British or Soviet victory.
In simple terms: Peace with Germany is preferable to war with Britain or USSR.
Key Takeaway
Seek diplomatic solutions over conflict.
Themes
politics
war
peace
negotiation
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- diplomatic talks
- international relations
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
realpolitik
strategic compromise
Questions to Reflect On
- Is peace with an aggressor ever justified?
- What are the risks of preferring one victor over another?
A Different Perspective
Assumes Germany's intentions are benign, ignoring aggression.
![“I am not a man who believes that we Germans bled and conquered thirty years ago [to be] pushed aside when great international decisions are made. If that were to happen, the place of Germany as a world power would be gone for ever. I am not prepared to let that happen.” quote by Wilhelm II](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/343/wilhelm-ii-27754_believe_i-am-not-a-man-who-believes-that-we-germ_1309029.jpg)
