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Robert C. Byrd: “Hence, I believe that there will continue to be wars and rumors of wars until the Prince of Peace comes back to receive…”

On the recordAugust 19, 1958
Hence, I believe that there will continue to be wars and rumors of wars until the Prince of Peace comes back to receive His own. I do not believe that everlasting peace can be secured through man's efforts alone.
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Robert C. Byrd
West Virginia
Source
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Aug 19, 1958

Editor's note · Context

Speaking on military strength, Soviet aggression and religious faith.

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