1. Why was Peter van Uhm’s father unable to intervene during the Nazi march? 2. Peter van Uhm cites Steven Pinker, a Harvard professor, in his speech, who provides an argument about why violence has been decreasing overall. What did Steven Pink argue was one of the “main drivers” behind the decrease in violence across societies?

3. What does Peter van Uhm say is the rationale behind the existence of his armed forces?

4. Why did Peter van Uhm choose a gun?

5. If you were to enter the military professionally—either by choice or by force—what would be your main motivating goal?