History of Oceania

Why did Halifax claim appeasement was the right policy?

Halifax claimed that appeasement was the right policy because he believed that it was necessary to avoid war with Germany. He argued that Germany was a powerful country and that it would be disastrous for Britain to be drawn into a conflict with it. He also believed that by appeasing Germany, Britain could improve its relations with the country and eventually reach an agreement that would guarantee peace.

In addition, Halifax believed that war would be very destructive and that it would cause irreparable damage to Europe and the British way of life. He also believed that appeasement was morally justified because it would avoid the bloodshed of war.