Quote by Arthur Henderson
In short, it may be said that on paper the obligations to settle i

In short, it may be said that on paper the obligations to settle international disputes peacefully are now so comprehensive and far-reaching that it is almost impossible for a state to resort to war without violating one or more solemn treaty obligations. – Arthur Henderson

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In almost every country there are elements of opinion which would welcome such a conclusion because they wish to return to the politics of the balance of power, unrestricted and unregulated armaments, international anarchy, and preparation for war. – Arthur Henderson

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Those nations have a very great responsibility at this juncture of the worlds affairs, for by throwing their joint weight into the scales of history on the right side, they may tip the balance decisively in favour of peace. – Arthur Henderson

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The more the history of the World War and what led up to it is studied, the more clearly those tragic years become revealed as a vast collapse of civilization. – Arthur Henderson

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