As my assignment was nearing its end, and after much deliberation and consideration, I came to the conclusion that I ought to make the visit. I assembled my staff and set a date for the visit. Shortly before departing, I told myself that I couldn’t fly to Germany without talking to my father first. When I arrived at his home, I told him exactly what was going on. “Abba (Dad), I’ve decided to go on an official visit to Germany, at the invitation of the Luftwaffe commander. What do you say?” For a while, he just looked at me silently, deep in thought. Finally, he said, “Very good. “I want you to
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