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I think that this is the first war in history that on the morrow the victors sued for peace and the vanquished called fo
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"I think that this is the first war in history that on the morrow the victors sued for peace and the vanquished called for unconditional surrender"

- Abba Eban

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This quote by Abba Eban is describing the consequences of World War II. It is a reflection on the extraordinary nature of the war and its result. The quote suggests that the victors, the Allied Powers, were so overwhelmed by the destruction of the war that they wanted to sue for peace, while the beat, the Axis Powers, were forced to accept genuine surrender. This is a plain contrast to previous wars, where the victors would frequently demand severe terms from the beat. The quote is a suggestion of the destructive effects of World War II and the unprecedented nature of its outcome. It also works as a cautioning to future generations of the devastating power of war and the value of finding tranquil services to global conflicts.

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Israel Flag This quote is written / told by Abba Eban between February 2, 1915 and November 17, 2002. He/she was a famous Diplomat from Israel. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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