Quote by: Lester B. Pearson

No state, furthermore, unless it has aggressive military designs such as those which consumed Nazi leaders in the thirties, is likely to divert to defense any more of its resources and wealth and energy than seems necessary.


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Author Bio


  • NameLester B. Pearson
  • Description14th Prime Minister of Canada
  • AliasesLester Bowles Pearson; Mike Pearson; Lester Bowles "Mike" Pearson; Lester B Pearson; Pearson
  • BornApril 23, 1897
  • DiedDecember 27, 1972
  • CountryCanada
  • ProfessionPolitician; Ice Hockey Player; Diplomat; Historian; Soldier
  • AwardsNobel Peace Prize; Officer Of The Order Of The British Empire; Order Of Merit; Companion Of The Order Of Canada