Wars of necessity are essentially unavoidable. They involve the most important national interests, a lack of promising alternatives to the use of force, and a certain and considerable price to be paid if the status quo is allowed to stand. Examples include World War II and the Korean War.
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"Wars of necessity are essentially unavoidable. They involve the most important national interests, a lack of promising alternatives to the use of force, and a certain and considerable price to be paid if the status quo is allowed to stand. Examples include World War II and the Korean War." — Richard N. Haass #warpeace
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Wars of necessity are essentially unavoidable. They involve the most important national interests, a lack of promising alternatives to the use of force, and a certain and considerable price to be paid if the status quo is allowed to stand. Examples include World War II and the Korean War. — Richard N. Haass
About Richard N. Haass
Richard N. Haass was a Diplomat from United States (1951–present).
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This quote is attributed to Richard N. Haass, a Diplomat from United States.
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Richard N. Haass lived from 1951 – present.
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