I differ from Lloyd George in most points, but agree thoroughly on one--that there nevermore should be a war of revenge.
The impression made by my speech on the Entente surpassed the most pessimistic expectations.

In order not to approach too closely the subject of their own disarmament, my propositions were said to be hypocritical and a peace trap.

This needs no comment.
Had the Entente replied that I must obtain the support of and secure a guarantee from Germany that she would disarm, it would have been an opportunity for me, with the help of the nations, to exercise the greatest possible pressure on Germany's leaders.

But the sword was knocked out of my hand by the Entente themselves, for the retort came from Berlin: Here is the proof that the Entente rejects our offer of disarmament as they reject everything coming from us.

There is only one way out of it--a fight to the end and then victory.
Again did the Entente force the peoples of the Central Powers to side unconditionally with the generals.
Never in the whole term of my office did I receive so many letters as after my speech--both for and against, with both sides equally impetuous.