Come Quote by Richard Cohen
“Germany's crimes were recent and of such a scale and depravity that, unless constantly faced, they will come to seem fictitious.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The New York Times, “The Persistence of German War Crimes Memory”, 2022
Historical atrocities can feel distant unless continually reminded, risking denial or forgetfulness.
In simple terms: Remembering past crimes prevents denial.
Keep history visible and taught.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- public memorials
- media coverage
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms keep history alive?
- How to balance remembrance with healing?
Public awareness can be politicized; trauma may resurface.