Quote by Alfred Russel Wallace

Civilisation has ever accompanied emigration and conquest - the conflict of opinion, of religion, or of race.

Civilisation has ever accompanied emigration and conquest -

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This quote suggests that throughout history, emigration and conquest have always been intertwined with the development of civilization. It emphasizes that the advancement of societies has often been accompanied by clashes and conflicts arising from differing perspectives, religious beliefs, or racial differences. In other words, the growth of civilization has been influenced by the struggle and discord that emerge when people with different opinions, backgrounds, or identities intersect.

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