Yes. Especially during the last phase of the war. Kaltenbrunner had more influence with Hitler - in practice, Kaltenbrunner was worse than Himmler.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Kaltenbrunner admits he had influence with Hitler during the war's last phase. He acknowledges that, in practice, he was worse than Himmler.
- In plain terms
- He admits he had influence with Hitler during the war's last phase.
- What can you take from it?
- Admitting influence can be an attempt to clarify historical responsibility.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does admitting influence shape historical judgment?
- What does this admission imply about responsibility?
Another view
Admitting influence does not necessarily accept moral guilt.
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