“To get home you had to end the war. To end the war was the reason you fought it. The only reason.”
Quote by Paul Fussell
Work
Wartime: Understanding and Behavior in the Second World War
This book delves into the experiences and behaviors of individuals and societies during the Second World War, analyzing the impact of war on human psychology and social structures. more
Author
Paul Fussell
Paul Fussell was an American historian renowned for his profound insights into 20th-century American society and culture. His works explored American military history, consumerism, and the changes in post-war American life. more
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