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By Hubert H. Humphrey (1911-1978) and United Nations Educational Scientific, and Cultural Organization

Nov. 08, 1995, 12:11 p.m. ET

On Peace:

The pursuit of peace resembles the building of a great cathedral. It is the work of a generation. In concept it requires a master-architect; in execution, the labors of many.

Hubert H. Humphrey (1911-1978)

* Remarks made in New York City, Feb. 17, 1965.

Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defences of peace must be constructed.

United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization

* An excerpt from UNESCO's Constitution, 1945.