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Prepare for War - Latin Quote from Vegetius

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Question: Prepare for War - Latin Quote from Vegetius

Answer: The original Latin of the expression "if you want peace prepare for war" comes from "Epitoma Rei Militaris," by Vegetius. The Latin is: "Igitur qui desiderat pacem, praeparet bellum."

Also Known As: Si vis pacem, para bellum.

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