I think it's not about the truth in that message, but rather how the message is delivered, and how the kernel of truth is planted into what context.
For example, the same message could be told by referring to respect instead of fear.
"I want less war. You only stop war by having the best technology so much that earns the respect of your adversaries. If they don't respect you, if they don’t respect the might that your army can summon, you. Instead of going along with you, they will attack you at the next opportunity"
For example, the same message could be told by referring to respect instead of fear.
"I want less war. You only stop war by having the best technology so much that earns the respect of your adversaries. If they don't respect you, if they don’t respect the might that your army can summon, you. Instead of going along with you, they will attack you at the next opportunity"