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During the last century there has been a distinct diminution in the number of wars between the most civilized nations.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “During the last century there has been a distinct diminution in the number of wars between the most civilized nations.”
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Roosevelt notes a decrease in wars among civilized nations over the past century, highlighting progress in international relations.
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