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Picton, Harold W. (Harold Williams)
1867
Picton, Harold Williams
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The Better Germany in War Time: Being Some Facts Towards Fellowship
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"The Better Germany in War Time: Being Some Facts Towards Fellowship" by Harold Picton is a historical account written in the early 20th century during World War I. The book aims to provide a different perspective on Germany during wartime, moving beyond the prevalent narratives of brutality and highlighting instances of kindness, understanding, and humane treatment of prisoners. It focuses particularly on British and German relationships, emphasizing the necessity of recognizing shared humanity even amidst conflict. At the start of this work, the author reveals his intention to compile favorable testimonies regarding the treatment of prisoners of war in Germany. In the foreword, he acknowledges the strong emotions and biases stirred by the war but argues that recognizing the good in one's adversary is essential for achieving lasting peace. The opening chapters include accounts from British officers describing their experiences in various camps, many of which challenge the horrors reported by others. These letters and testimonies illustrate that, contrary to common belief, some prisoners experienced humane treatment, shared camaraderie with their captors, and were able to engage in recreational activities, thereby offering a nuanced understanding of the wartime experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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World War, 1914-1918 -- Hospitals, charities, etc.
World War, 1914-1918 -- Prisoners and prisons, German
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World War I
Category: History - British
Category: History - European
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
Category: History - Warfare
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