Quote by Georges Clemenceau

I don't know whether war is an interlude during peace, or peace an interlude during war.

I don't know whether war is an interlude during peace, or pe

Summary

This quote reflects the inherent uncertainty and delicate balance between war and peace. It raises the question of whether war is the temporary disruption of a generally peaceful state, or if peace is merely a temporary break between periods of conflict. It highlights the tenuous nature of peace and the constant possibility of the resurgence of war, suggesting that the two are closely interconnected and their boundaries blurred.

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By Georges Clemenceau

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