Quote by Robert A. Heinlein on Violence and History

„Anyone who clings to the historically untrue-and thoroughly immoral-doctrine that, 'violence never settles anything' I would advise to conjure the ghosts of Napoleon Bonaparte and the Duke of Wellington and let them debate it. The ghost of Hitler could referee, and the jury might well be the Dodo, the Great Auk and the Passenger Pigeon. Violence, naked force, has settled more issues in history than has any other factor, and the contrary opinion is wishful thinking at its worst. Breeds that forget this basic truth have always paid for it with their lives and freedom.“

Robert A. HeinleinRobert A. Heinlein on the role of violence in history and its impact on freedom and life.
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Robert A. Heinlein was an American science fiction author, known for his influential works and critical views on society and freedom.

This quote by Robert A. Heinlein critically reflects on the role of violence in history, opposing the view that violence never settles anything.


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Robert A. Heinlein quote about violence, history, freedom, and the consequences of forgetting historical realities

Robert Anson Heinlein (1907–1988) was one of the most influential American science fiction writers of the 20th century. He was known for his critically satirical and socially conscious novels that often addressed political and philosophical themes such as freedom, individualism, and social control. Heinlein significantly shaped the genre and influenced generations of writers.

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