Yes it is a shame they targeted Hitler.
Surrender, lay down your arms.
In World War 2 when did the U.S. have a ceasefire with Germany?
After Germany surrendered. Who in history has stopped their war ,when their enemy is on the ropes
'let's give them time to reorganize and rearm.'
Do you have any examples?
Kingdoms changed with assassinations frequently thru history
Yes, assassinations have played a significant role throughout history in shaping the course of kingdoms and governments.
Here's how:
Political Instability and Succession Crises: The assassination of a monarch or leader could create a power vacuum, leading to disputes over succession and potential conflicts within the kingdom. This was particularly evident in systems without clearly defined succession processes.
Regime Change: Assassinations have been used as a tool to remove illegitimate or tyrannical rulers, or to bring about significant political reform.
Catalysts for Larger Conflicts: The assassination of key figures, such as Archduke Franz Ferdinand, triggered major global conflicts like World War I, which in turn profoundly changed the political map of Europe.
Impact on Political Systems: Assassinations, especially of heads of state, have been shown to lead to a decline in democratic characteristics, increased domestic violence, and a potential strengthening of the executive branch. However, the specific impacts can vary depending on factors like the nature of the assassination (political vs. criminal) and the existing level of violence in the region.
Examples of assassinations that shaped history:
Julius Caesar (44 BCE): His assassination led to the end of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.
Archduke Franz Ferdinand (1914): His death is widely considered the trigger for World War I.
Abraham Lincoln (1865): His assassination after the US Civil War had a significant impact on the subsequent Reconstruction period.
Indira Gandhi (1984): Her assassination led to widespread violence against the Sikh community in India.
Yitzhak Rabin (1995): His assassination is seen by many as halting the Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
In summary, assassinations have been a recurring element in the political landscape throughout history, often leading to unforeseen consequences, power shifts, and sometimes even larger conflicts.
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