The German people in its whole character is not warlike…
“The German people in its whole character is not warlike, but rather soldierly, that is, while they do not want war, they are not frightened by the thoughts of it.”
About This Quote
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A claim that Germans are not warlike but soldierly, implying they accept war without fear.
In simple terms: Germans are soldierly, not fearful of war.
Question stereotypes about national character.
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When to use this quote
- WWII analysis
- military studies
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Are such generalizations accurate?
- How do they influence perception?