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the last argument of kings; war
1792The Rights of ManWithout consuming, like the Ultima Ratio Regum, it winds its progress from nation to nation, and conquers by a silent operation.1884PhilistiaYou know the motto Louis Quatorze used to cast on his bronze cannon—'Ultima ratio regum.' Well, we Socialists ought to be able to find better logic for our opponents than that, oughtn't we?'1981The Ionian MissionIf Captain Aubrey were to turn his cannon - the ultima ratio regum, and of other bullies - on Professor Graham, the truth would remain unaltered.1992Snow Crash'What does ultima ratio regum mean?' | 'The Last Argument of Kings,'' the Librarian says.Labels: Grant Allen, Neal Stephenson, Patrick O'Brian, Thomas Paine
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