Also in Carius' book.....exoneration???

The more books that I read about the German point of view, the greater understanding I have of the way the German soldier fought in WWII - his ideals, convictions, beliefs and so on...consequently many of my own opinions have taken a 180 degree turn in favor of the German; however, there is one thing in particular that I have read in the "Forward" of Otto Carius' book "Tigers in the Mud" that absolutly appals me- gravesites in Bremen, Hamburg and Bonn dedicated to the "unknown deserter" - you've got to be kidding! Anyone???

 

Hi W, I would not look at it as appalling. After-all, the Germans are now modeled in the slick willi mold--look at their current Govt.

Anyway, I like you, after reading so many books from the Germans POV, I have began to understand a bit the kind of war they went through. I don't think Carius was making a sick statement but, I think he only wanted to make sure all of those who served--got a chance to be remembered.