In 1917, the pacifist and socialist Norman Thomas described conscientious objectors in this way:

"He may believe in dying for one's country, or for ideals; but not in killing for them."

Source: [http://debs.indstate.edu/t459w2_1917.pdf, pg. 4]

How does this quotation help explain the role that many conscientious objectors played overseas during the war?

A. They supported their country and wanted to help in a non-combat role.
B. They were dissenters and worked behind the scenes to secretly help the enemy.
C. They were dissenters and worked to convince American soldiers to leave the army.
D. They were supporters but wanted to convert American soldiers to their religion.

Conscientious objectors during wartime, such as in World War I, held beliefs against killing for their country or ideals, even if they were willing to die for them. These individuals often played non-combat roles to support their country while adhering to their pacifist beliefs. Despite facing challenges and prejudices, many conscientious objectors contributed service as non-combatant medics during wartime.

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