The Only Use of
William Tell
in
All Quiet on the Western Front
- "What do you mean by the three-fold theme in "William Tell'?" says Kropp reminiscently, and roars with laughter.†
Chpt 5
Definition:
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(William Tell) legendary 14th century Swiss patriot (perhaps based on a real person) best remembered for being ordered to use his crossbow to shoot an apple from his son's head