Quote by John Amery
Not only the priceless heritage of our fathers, of our seamen, of our Empire builders is being thrown away in a war that serves no British interests - but our alliance leader Stalin dreams of nothing but the destruction of that heritage of our fathers?
Summary
This quote criticizes the decision to engage in a war that is deemed to have no benefit for British interests. It expresses concern that in this war, not only is the valuable legacy left by past generations, including the achievements of seamen and empire builders, being disregarded, but also raises suspicions about the intentions of the allied leader, Stalin. The quote suggests that Stalin's ultimate goal is the obliteration of the treasured heritage of British ancestors, further emphasizing the perceived futility of the ongoing war.
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Dreams
By John Amery