Quote by Ronald Reagan

History teaches that war begins when governments believe the price of aggression is cheap.

History teaches that war begins when governments believe the

Summary

This quote highlights a valuable lesson from history regarding the onset of wars. It suggests that governments are more likely to engage in aggressive actions or start a war when they perceive the cost of doing so to be relatively low. In other words, when governments believe that the benefits of aggression outweigh the potential consequences or expenses, they may be more inclined to initiate conflicts. This observation implies that understanding and managing the perceived cost of aggression is crucial to preventing conflicts and maintaining peace.

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War Government History

By Ronald Reagan

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