Quote by David Cameron

What Churchill described as the twin marauders of war and tyranny have been almost entirely banished from our continent. Today, hundreds of millions dwell in freedom, from the Baltic to the Adriatic, from the Western Approaches to the Aegean.

What Churchill described as the twin marauders of war and ty

Summary

This quote highlights how the scourges of war and tyranny have, for the most part, been eliminated from Europe. Winston Churchill refers to them as "twin marauders" that have been banished. He emphasizes that countless individuals now live in freedom across the continent, from the Baltic Sea to the Adriatic, and from the Western Approaches to the Aegean Sea. The quote points to the progress made in Europe, where millions enjoy the benefits of liberty without the constant threat of armed conflict or oppressive rule.

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By David Cameron

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