Edward Grey Quotes

A collection of quotes by Edward Grey.

Edward Grey, born on April 25, 1862, was a prominent British statesman and diplomat. Serving as the British Foreign Secretary from 1905 to 1916, Grey played a crucial role in shaping British foreign policy during a period of significant global tension, including the outbreak of World War I. Known for his calm and diplomatic approach, Grey was instrumental in mobilizing British support for the war effort. His diplomacy and commitment to peace were evident in his famous remark, "The lamps are going out all over Europe; we shall not see them lit again in our lifetime." Edward Grey passed away on September 7, 1933.

When we are bored, when we are out of tune, when we have lit

When we are bored, when we are out of tune, when we have little worries, it clears our feelings and changes our mood if we can get in touch with the beauty of the natural world.

Edward Grey

Beauty Change

That Germany was so immensely strong and Austria so dependen

That Germany was so immensely strong and Austria so dependent upon German strength that the word and will of Germany would at the critical moment be decisive with Austria.

Edward Grey

Strength