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They had no alternative to a Carthaginian peace because that seemed, to the masses they had deceived, the only possible course for justice to take.
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Harold J. Laski
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gutenberg.orgHarold J. Laski: “They had no alternative to a Carthaginian peace because that seemed, to the masses they had deceived, the only possible…”
Editor's note · Context
This statement underscores Laski's view that the harsh peace terms were a result of public pressure and deception by leaders.
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