A conquering army on the border will not be stopped by eloquence.
~ Otto von Bismarck

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Anyone who has once looked into the glassy eyes of a dying warrior on the battle-field would think twice before beginning a war.
~ Otto von Bismarck

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A statesman cannot create anything himself. He must wait and listen until he hears the steps of God sounding through events; then leap up and grasp the hem of His garment.
~ Otto von Bismarck

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Only a country’s most vital interests justify its embarking on war.
~ Otto von Bismarck

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Politics is not an exact science.
~ Otto von Bismarck

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