"You can't say civilization don't advance... in every war they kill you in a new way"
- Will Rogers
About this Quote
This quote by Will Rogers is a commentary on the advancement of civilization. He is saying that although war is a terrible thing, it is a sign of development. He is explaining that with each war, new and more efficient methods of killing are established. This signifies the advancement of technology and the sophistication of warfare. It is a sad commentary on the state of the world, but it is a truth. War is a part of human history and it is unavoidable that brand-new and more efficient methods of killing will be established. This quote is a tip that although war is an awful thing, it suggests progress and improvement. It is a reminder that although we may not like it, it belongs of our history and our future.
This quote is written / told by Will Rogers between November 4, 1879 and August 15, 1935. He was a famous Actor from USA.
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