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Conqueror Quotes

War, its cost, and the peace that follows.

These lines complicate the idea of conquest, noting that war harms victor and vanquished alike rather than rewarding only one side. One quote frames a conqueror as ultimately a lover of peace, an idea that sits in tension with the violence of the act itself. For more, see our Insects quotes.

War... is harmful, not only to the conquered but to the conqueror.

Quotes by Ludwig von Mises

Illustrious acts high raptures do infuse, And every conqueror creates a muse.

Quotes by Edmund Waller

A conqueror is always a lover of peace.

Quotes by Carl von Clausewitz

Frequently Asked Questions

Do these quotes glorify conquest or question it?
They lean toward questioning it, noting that war damages both the conquered and the conqueror alike.
How can a conqueror be described as a lover of peace?
One quote frames it as a paradox, suggesting the ultimate goal of conquest is a peace that follows it.
Is there a literary or poetic angle in this collection?
Yes, one quote connects great deeds and conquest directly to artistic inspiration and creative output.
What overall tone do these conqueror quotes share?
A reflective, somewhat critical tone, weighing the cost of triumph rather than simply celebrating it.
Where can I find more history-themed quote pages?
Our Charles Stuart Calverley quotes page offers a related literary perspective.

There's also a poetic angle, connecting illustrious deeds to artistic inspiration across history. Browse our Sue Townsend and Ma Jian pages for more.