Sadao's conflict was more of a conflict between a patriot and a human being than a
patriot and a doctor. Elucidate.
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Dr. Sadao’s confusion was: ‘should he save the American POW or not?’ America and Japan at that time were engaged in war. If he helped an American (that too an American soldier), he could be charged with treason. If he would not save the injured POW, he would dishonor Hippocratic pledge. Finally he decided to honor his pledge. This shows he was a better human being than a patriot.
Undoubtedly, his final solution under the given circumstances was the best. We can’t say he was treacherous to the country. He did inform General Takima about the presence of the POW at his home. It was the General who omitted to take the necessary action.
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