King often wrote in his diary about his daily experiences. After meeting Hitler he wrote, "My sizing up of the man as I sat and talked with him was that he is really one who truly loves his fellow-men, and his country, and would make any sacrifice for their good." (Diary, June 29, 1937) Hitler appeared to be "a man of deep sincerity and a genuine patriot." (Diary, June 29, 1937) King left Germany with an autographed and framed photo of Hitler given to him by Hitler himself after a meeting. King was hopeful that war could be avoided.
What do you think influenced these first impressions?

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King often wrote in his diary about his daily experiences. After meeting Hitler he wrote, "My sizing up of the man as I sat and talked with him was that he is really one who truly loves his fellow-men, and his country, and would make any sacrifice for their good." (Diary, June 29, 1937) Hitler appeared to be "a man of deep sincerity and a genuine patriot." (Diary, June 29, 1937) King left Germany with an autographed and framed photo of Hitler given to him by Hitler himself after a meeting. King was hopeful that war could be avoided.
What do you think influenced these first impressions?

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