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"Peace through strength" is a phrase that suggests that military power can help preserve peace. The concept has long been associated with realpolitik.^[1] The idea has critics, with Andrew Bacevich stating, "'Peace through strength' easily enough becomes 'peace through war.'"

^ Bruce Russett (2009). World Politics: The Menu for Choice. Cengage Learning. p. 325. ISBN 978-0495410683. Archived from the original on 2014-01-03. Retrieved 2016-05-06.