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Quotes from Speech in the British House of Commons — Edward Grey, 1st Viscount Grey of Fallodon

1862–1933

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We are in the presence of a European conflagration; can anybody set limits to the consequences that may arise out of it?

Speech in the British House of Commons (1914)

If her independence goes, the independence of Holland will follow.

Speech in the British House of Commons (1914)

The most awful responsibility is resting upon the Government in deciding what to advise the House of Commons to do.

Speech in the British House of Commons (1914)

Today events move so rapidly that it is exceedingly difficult to state with technical accuracy the actual state of affairs, but it is clear that the peace of Europe cannot be preserved.

Speech in the British House of Commons (1914)

First of all, let me say, very shortly, that we have consistently worked with a single mind, with all the earnestness in our power, to preserve peace. The House may be satisfied on that point. We have always done it.

Speech in the British House of Commons (1914)

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