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Accursed Quotes

Historical condemnation of slavery and war

These accursed quotes come from historical voices condemning slavery and war as profound moral wrongs, using the word to express the strongest possible disapproval. Read more historical reflection in our Flame quotes.

The mad, cruel, and accursed American war.

Quotes by Lord George Gordon

This and many others only confirmed me in the opinion, planted when I saw the sale of Martha Ann, and growing steadily thereafter, that slavery was an accursed business, and that the sooner my people were relieved of it, the...

Quotes by John Sergeant Wise

May the same Almighty Goodness banish the accursed monster, war, from all lands, with her hated associates, rapine and insatiable ambition!

Quotes by Daniel Boone

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Frequently Asked Questions

What historical topics do these accursed quotes address?
They center on strong condemnations of slavery and war, drawn from historical figures reflecting on their era.
Do these quotes endorse violence or slavery?
No, quite the opposite - each one expresses firm moral rejection of these historical wrongs.
Is the word 'accursed' used in a religious context here?
One quote invokes a higher power in hoping such wrongs will be banished from the world entirely.
Can accursed quotes be used for historical education content?
Yes, they're well suited to discussions about how past voices spoke out against slavery and war.
Where can I find more historically reflective quotes?
See our Flame quotes for related themes.

They stand as sober reminders of how past generations named and rejected the gravest wrongs of their time.