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Savage peoples are ruled by passion, civilized peoples by the mind. The difference lies not in the respective natures of savagery and civilization, but in their attendant circumstances, institutions, and so forth. The difference, therefore, does not operate in every sense, but it does in most of them. Even the most civilized peoples, in short, can be fired with passionate hatred for each other.

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War is the continuation of politics by other means.

+Fav | Go to Quote / Comment | General Karl Von Clausewitz |

War is a continuation of politics by other means.

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Although our intellect always longs for clarity and certainty, our nature often finds uncertainty fascinating.

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The backbone of surprise is fusing speed with secrecy.

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If the leader is filled with high ambition and if he pursues his aims with audacity and strength of will, he will reach them in spite of all obstacles.

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To secure peace is to prepare for war.

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