The end of the “Great Illusion”: Norman Angell and the founding of NATO
Michael Rühle
In the first half of the 20th century, excessive nationalism, radical ideologies and misguided isolationism plunged Europe into two major wars that set half the world on fire. Today, as these trends are again on the rise, it is instructive to recall how an idealistic pacifist came to the conclusion that a collective defence pact between like-minded countries was the only way to keep the peace.
Michael Rühle of NATO’s International Staff tells the story of Nobel Peace Prize winner Norman Angell. The views expressed are his own.
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NATO Review Magazine: A "Nagy Illúzió" vége: Norman Angell és a NATO létrehozása
