In my eyes, Himmler was worse than Hitler. The assassination attempt should have been directed against Himmler in the first place.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker claims Himmler was worse than Hitler and should have been the primary target of assassination.
- In plain terms
- Himmler was considered more evil than Hitler and deserved to be killed first.
- What can you take from it?
- Some viewed Himmler as the more dangerous architect of Nazi crimes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who bears more responsibility for atrocities?
- How do insiders judge their leaders?
Another view
The quote reflects a perspective from within the Nazi hierarchy rather than an objective truth.
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