Antiwar Quote by Howard Zinn
“I was a bombadier in WW 2. When you are up 30,000 feet you do not hear the screams or smell the blood or see those without limbs or eyes. It was not til I read Hersey's Hiroshima that I realized what bomber pilots do.”
About This Quote
Source Interview, 2015
Bombardiers become desensitized at high altitude; reading personal accounts reveals the moral impact of bombing.
In simple terms: High‑altitude bombing numbs the senses, but personal stories restore empathy.
Key Takeaway
Remember the human cost of war.
Themes
war
morality
empathy
memory
history
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
historical
ethical
When to use this quote
- military training
- historical education
- peace activism
- journalism
Key Concepts
ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we honor victims while learning history?
- What responsibilities do bombers have?
A Different Perspective
Personal narratives may not capture all perspectives.
