Quote by Gustav Stresemann

For the victor peace means the preservation of the position of power which he has secured. For the vanquished it means resigning himself to the position left to him.

For the victor peace means the preservation of the position

Summary

This quote suggests that the meaning of peace differs between the victor and the vanquished. For the victor, peace represents the ability to maintain the power and status they have achieved through their victory. On the other hand, for the vanquished, peace entails accepting and adapting to the new and potentially inferior position they find themselves in after their defeat. The quote highlights the asymmetry in the perception of peace based on one's outcome in a conflict, emphasizing the subjective nature of peace and its significance to different individuals.

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