"The original Latin of the expression "if you want peace, prepare for war" comes from "Epitoma Rei Militaris," by Vegetius (Publius Flavius Vegetius Renatus). The Latin is: "Igitur qui desiderat pacem, praeparet bellum."
Also Known As: Si vis pacem, para bellum."
http://ancienthistory.about.com/od/warfareconflictarmor/f/PrepareforWar.htm
Then there's the "modern" version
"To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace."
- George Washington
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