Quote by Karl Wilhelm Von Humboldt

War seems to be one of the most salutary phenomena for the culture of human nature; and it is not without regret that I see it disappearing more and more from the scene.

War seems to be one of the most salutary phenomena for the c

Summary

This quote suggests that the occurrence of war has had a positive impact on the development of human nature and culture. The speaker expresses a sentiment of sadness towards the decreasing presence of war in contemporary times. It implies that war stimulates growth, resilience, and progress within societies, even though the quote does not specify why war is perceived in such a way. Overall, it reflects a perspective that war has played a significant role in shaping aspects of humanity.

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By Karl Wilhelm Von Humboldt

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