“That the navy is maintained at its present level for the purpose of protecting our sea-borne traffic and safeguarding our property in foreign lands, far more than for the purpose of keeping our shores from being invaded and our fellow citizens from being murdered, is an argument that runs like a crimson thread through the literature of armed preparedness.”

American Disciples of Christ minister, author, and peace activist

Kirby Page (1890 to 1957) was an American Disciples of Christ minister, author, and peace activist. He is known for combining religious work with writing and public advocacy for peace. His career brought together ministry, authorship, and activism. The record identifies him especially with the Disciples of Christ tradition and with peace work, which shaped the public life for which he is remembered.