SO T Cullen, of Bishopthorpe, York, denigrates conscientious objectors (Qualified criticism, The Press, April 11).
I would remind him that Hitler's method of dealing with them was for them to face the axe, and that this ultimate path was taken, despite pleas from his family, by at least one man.
No: conscientious objectors and caring for the infirm, mentally or otherwise, are the marks of a civilised society. Some crave military adventure. That is their choice, but do not down people who choose a different path.
R. Locker, Walney Road, Heworth, York.
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