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“It is all true. It is true that a German plane came down on the moor in the middle of a shooting party and the two airmen were captured. It is true that German planes came down to low level in Norfolk, and elsewhere, and used machine guns to kill pedestrians on the roads.” quote by D.E. Stevenson
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““It is all true. It is true that a German plane came down on the moor in the middle of a shooting party and the two airmen were captured. It is true that German planes came down to low level in Norfolk, and elsewhere, and used machine guns to kill pedestrians on the roads.””

D.E. Stevenson

About This Quote

Source Memoir: War Stories, 1945

German aircraft caused civilian casualties during wartime, highlighting the chaos of conflict.

In simple terms: War brings unexpected civilian harm.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge war’s civilian impact.

Themes

war civilian casualties history

Mood

somber thoughtful

Type

historical documentary

When to use this quote

  • historical research
  • war memorials
  • policy debates
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

Collateral damage military ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we remember civilian suffering in war?
  • What responsibilities do militaries have to protect civilians?
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