""The Justification of War: As the Medium of Civilization"" is a book written by George Stephens in 1850. The book explores the idea that war is not only a necessary evil, but also a means by which civilization advances. Stephens argues that war has played a crucial role in the development of human societies, and that it is through conflict that nations and cultures have been able to progress and evolve. He examines various historical examples, including...