Tuesday 12 May, 18:30

Meet Pierre Conesa

This book is a short work intended to shed light on certain geopolitical realities and the disconnect observed among some decision-makers, who are more concerned with their own future than with the specific nature of each crisis. Most of the time, this translates into sending in the military, even when there is no legitimacy. “No one likes armed missionaries,” as Saint-Just already observed. The text is illustrated with quotations, examples of deadly wars devoid of strategic importance, and a range of political arguments. This short work is the result of nearly 30 years spent in the upper echelons of public life, primarily at the Ministry of Defense. Pierre Conesa

In French.

Rue de Fribourg 5
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