Artillery Quote by David Berlinski
“Just who has imposed on the suffering human race poison gas, barbed wire, high explosives, experiments in eugenics, the formula for zyklon b, heavy artillery, pseudo-scientific justifications for mass murder, cluster bombs, attack submarines, napalm, intercontinental missiles , military space platforms and nuclear weapons? If memory serves it was not the Vatican.”
About This Quote
The quote lists many weapons and atrocities, questioning who is responsible, and dismisses the Vatican as the source.
In simple terms: It enumerates horrors and denies the Vatican’s involvement.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the complexity of blame.
Themes
war
ethics
responsibility
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
historical
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- educational curricula
- public discourse
- historical research
Key Concepts
military history
human rights abuses
Questions to Reflect On
- Who truly bears responsibility for mass violence?
- How can societies prevent such atrocities?
A Different Perspective
Attribution can oversimplify multifaceted causes.
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