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On page 233 Hessler discuses the view on Hitler in the Chinese culture. Hessler states, “Out of curiosity I often asked the Chinese about him, and many people said the same thing-that he had made some mistakes, but he had been a great leader who did some fine things for his country.” This quote is a significant part of Hessler’s picture of the Chinese culture because it expresses the dedication that the Chinese are taught to have for their leader. The Chinese are taught to trust in their leader, which makes sense since their country is communist. Since they aren’t able to decide on their leader they are taught to trust in them so there won’t be a revolution. I am curious as to how the Chinese define “mistakes.” People in America don’t think Hitler’s actions were just “mistakes” we consider him and his actions to be horrific and unacceptable.