It must be thoroughly understood that war is a necessity, and that the more readily we accept it,the … - Thucydides

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It must be thoroughly understood that war is a necessity, and that the more readily we accept it,the less will be the ardor of our opponents, and that out of the greatest dangers communities and individuals acquire the greatest glory.

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