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At present there could be no greater calamity than for the free peoples, the enlightened, independent, and peace-loving peoples, to disarm while yet leaving it open to any barbarism or despotism to remain armed.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “At present there could be no greater calamity than for the free peoples, the enlightened, independent, and peace-loving…”
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Roosevelt warns against disarmament of free peoples while despotic forces remain armed, highlighting the need for preparedness.
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