John Amery
John Amery
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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John Maxwell Amery was a British fascist and collaborator during World War II.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: 1912 in London, England
Died: January 19, 1945, in Nuremberg Prison, Germany
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Amery was a British citizen by birth. His profession was that of an artist and writer.
Early Life and Background
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John Amery was born into a well-known aristocratic family. His father, Leopold Amery, served as the Secretary of State for the Colonies in the British government during World War I. The younger Amery's early life was marked by privilege and exposure to influential people.
Major Accomplishments
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While his actions are often criticized, John Amery did attempt to join the British Army at one point, though he was rejected due to health reasons.
Notable Works or Actions
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Amery gained notoriety for his involvement with the French collaborationist radio station Radio Patrie. He also worked as a broadcaster on the radio station and provided propaganda services to the Vichy French government during World War II. His actions led to his arrest by British authorities after the war.
Impact and Legacy
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Amery's life and actions had significant consequences for himself, as he was put on trial in Nuremberg for his role in promoting fascist ideology and collaborating with the enemy during World War II. He was ultimately found guilty of treason and sentenced to death by hanging.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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John Amery's infamous collaboration with Nazi forces during World War II led to him being remembered as a traitor, albeit briefly. His involvement in spreading propaganda through Radio Patrie has left a lasting impact on the world of history and serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of collaborating with enemy forces.
Amery's life story highlights the importance of loyalty and integrity, particularly during times of conflict and great need for national unity.
Quotes by John Amery
Not only the priceless heritage of our fathers, of our seamen, of our Empire builders is being thrown away in a war that serves no British interests – but our alliance leader Stalin dreams of nothing but the destruction of that heritage of our fathers?
All men will commence in their present rank and promotion will be open to all men alike, without any distinctions or qualifications, political or otherwise.
It is not the Government, the members of Parliament to whom the ultimate decision belongs, it is up to you to go forward sure of your sacred right of free opinion, sure of your patriotism.
Not only the priceless heritage of our fathers, of our seamen, of our Empire builders is being thrown away in a war that serves no British interests - but our alliance leader Stalin dreams of nothing but the destruction of that heritage of our fathers?
That is why I come forward tonight without any political label, without any bias, but just simply as an Englishman to say to you: a crime is being committed against civilization.
Three Royal Air Force aeroplanes have come over to us so far with their arms and equipment.
Listeners will wonder what an Englishman is doing on the German radio tonight. You can imagine that before taking this step I hoped that someone better qualified than me would come forward.
For two years living in a neutral country I have been able to see through the haze of propaganda to reach something which my conscience tells me is the truth.
In violation of the Habeas Corpus Act and the fundamental laws of our constitution these men have never been brought to trail or even allowed to see a lawyer.
American troops have not only occupied Ulster but are arriving in increasing numbers in England.