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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 revea
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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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This quote by Arthur Henderson speaks to the tragedy of World War I and the events that led up to it. It recommends that the more we study the history of the war and its causes, the more we can comprehend the devastating consequences it had on civilization. The war was an outcome of a complicated web of political, financial, and social tensions that had been constructing for many years. It was a dispute that had far-reaching ramifications, not only for the nations included, however for the entire world. The war was a significant pivotal moment in history, and its results are still felt today. Henderson's quote serves as a tip of the value of comprehending the past in order to avoid comparable tragedies from happening in the future.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by Arthur Henderson between September 13, 1863 and October 20, 1935. He/she was a famous Politician from United Kingdom. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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