Conscientious Objectors and the Second World War: Moral and Religious Arguments in Support of Pacifism
Faced with the moral certainty of the Allied position in World War II, pacifism was clearly an unpopular position at that time. This work provides a thorough description of the political and social history of pacifism prior to and including World War II and describes the wide variety of theological, political, and moral beliefs on which pacifism is grounded. The discussion focuses on the factors that defining the pacifist attitude and actions, and also considers the consequences of those actions. Contrary to generally accepted views, the pacifist's concern with the future ramifications of his or her decisions is affirmed. Careful documentation and an interdisciplinary scope offer oral historians, historians of World War II, World War II conscientious objectors, pacifists, and the general public a solid and scholarly look at pacifism. |
Contents
Pacifism and the Selective Service Act of 1940 | 11 |
The Conscientious Objector Population | 49 |
Foundations of Pacifism | 89 |
Copyright | |
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