Quote by Herbert V. Prochnow

A visitor from Mars could easily pick out the civilized nations. They have the best implements of war.

A visitor from Mars could easily pick out the civilized nati

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This quote suggests that the strength and advancement of a nation can be determined by their military capabilities. A visitor from Mars, without any bias or prior knowledge, would identify the most advanced and civilized nations by observing their superior weapons and technology for warfare. The quote implies that the possession of sophisticated implements of war indicates a level of civilization, as it suggests a nation's ability to invest in research, development, and innovation in order to protect and assert its interests.

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