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In a war everybody always knows all about Switzerland, in peace times it is just Switzerland but in war time it is the o
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"In a war everybody always knows all about Switzerland, in peace times it is just Switzerland but in war time it is the only country that everybody has confidence in, everybody"

- Gertrude Stein

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Gertrude Stein's quote speaks to the nonpartisanship of Switzerland during times of war. Switzerland has a lengthy history of neutrality, and this quote suggests that it is a nation that is trusted as well as respected by all sides during times of conflict. This is likely due to the fact that Switzerland has never ever been associated with a war since 1815, as well as has actually continued to be neutral in all international conflicts since then. This neutrality has actually enabled Switzerland to remain a safe house for refugees as well as a location of haven for those fleeing war-torn countries. The quote also suggests that Switzerland is a country that is appreciated and relied on by all sides throughout times of battle, as it is the only nation that every person has confidence in. This is likely because of the fact that Switzerland has a lengthy history of nonpartisanship and also has actually never been associated with a battle given that 1815.

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Gertrude Stein This quote is written / told by Gertrude Stein between February 3, 1874 and July 29, 1946. She was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 80 other quotes.

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