Quote by Thomas Carlyle

War is a quarrel between two thieves too cowardly to fight their own battle.

War is a quarrel between two thieves too cowardly to fight t

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This quote suggests that war is the result of two parties who lack the courage to resolve their conflicts directly and instead engage in a destructive battle. Comparing the parties involved in war to thieves implies that their motives may be selfish or morally dubious. It implies that war is a futile and cowardly act, emphasizing the idea that peaceful resolution and bravery are superior alternatives to avoid the destruction and suffering caused by armed conflicts.

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