He hated Hitler, his system and his methods. He hated war. He was a human being...
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Canaris describes a man who hated Hitler's system and war.
- In plain terms
- He hated the regime and the violence it caused.
- What can you take from it?
- Humanity can exist even within oppressive systems.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can you hate a system and serve it?
- What defines a human being?
Another view
Personal views may not reflect actions.
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