Quote by Herman Kahn

World War I broke out largely because of an arms race, and World War II because of the lack of an arms race.

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Summary

This quote suggests that the outbreak of World War I was fueled by an intense competition among countries to build up their military forces, known as an arms race. The increased militarization and tensions between nations led to the eruption of the war. On the other hand, World War II is argued to have occurred due to a different reason: the absence of an arms race. It is believed that the Allies' lack of significant military preparedness and failure to fully address the rising threat of aggression allowed Nazi Germany to gain power, leading to the war. Ultimately, the quote highlights how both the presence or absence of an arms race can play a significant role in the initiation of global conflicts.

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By Herman Kahn

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