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22. Most people think that the achievements1
of war are more important than those of peace; but
this opinion needs to be corrected. For many men
have sought occasions for war from the mere ambition for fame. This is notably the case with men
of great spirit and natural ability, and it is the more
likely to happen, if they are adapted to a soldier's
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life and fond of warfare. But if we will face the
facts, we shall find that there have been many
instances of achievement in peace more important
and no less renowned than in war.
1 Victories of war vs. victories of peace.
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