As for national greatness: It is probably true that all nations are great and even holy at the time of death. The Biafrans had never fought before. They fought well this time. They will never fight again. They will never play Finlandia on an ancient marimba again. Peace.
In Kurt Vonnegut Jr.'s "Wampeters, Foma and Granfalloons," he reflects on the nature of national greatness, suggesting that every nation holds a sense of importance or holiness in times of crisis or death. This notion implies that countries may be viewed differently as they face dire situations, creating a temporary sense of unity and strength.
He also touches on the Biafrans, who discovered their fighting spirit during their conflict, a stark contrast to their previous experiences. Vonnegut poetically remarks that this once-fierce spirit will not be rekindled, signifying a profound transformation and a longing for peace, along with the fading echoes of their past struggles.
