The Great Illusion · Character

Frederic Harrison

English jurist and historian, cited for his views on war and national defense.

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Also known as Mr. Frederic Harrison, Mr. Harrison

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Cited as a lifelong peace advocate who nevertheless declared that England must maintain its naval supremacy, illustrating the universal acceptance of the axioms of power.

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Naval Power Advocates

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I: Statement of the Economic Case for War
Cited as a lifelong peace advocate who nevertheless declared that England must maintain its naval supremacy, illustrating the universal acceptance of the axioms of power.
The Axioms of Modern Statecraft
Quoted at length from a letter to the London Times, describing the ruin that would follow a successful invasion of Britain, including the collapse of trade and the means of feeding forty millions.
The Great Illusion
Quoted as a proponent of the orthodox view that armaments protect commerce, which the chapter refutes.
Foreign Trade and Military Power
His views on the consequences of a successful invasion are quoted and refuted.
II: Armament, but Not Alone Armament
Referenced for foreseeing a devastating attack on England, which Angell uses to justify self-defense measures.

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