"History teaches us that men and nations only behave wisely… - Abba Eban

"History teaches us
that men and nations
only behave wisely
once they have exhausted
all other alternatives." —

Abba Eban

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Abba Eban (February 2, 1915 – November 16, 2002), born Aubrey Solomon Eban, was an Israeli diplomat, politician and author. He was born in South Africa and educated in England.

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Native Name: אבא אבן

Alternative Names: Aba Eban • Abba Even • Abba Eben • Aubrey Solomon Meir • Aubrey Solomon Meir Eban • Aubrey Eban • Abba Solomon Meir Eban

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