"After that he turned to the question of invading England. Hitler said that during the previous year he could not afford to risk a possible failure; apart from that, he had not wished to provoke the British, as he hoped to arrange peace talks"

This quote by Kurt Student is describing a conversation between Hitler and his generals in 1940. Hitler is going over the possibility of attacking England. He clarifies that he had not wished to risk a possible failing in the previous year, and also he likewise did not intend to prompt the British as he was wishing to arrange peace negotiation. This quote reveals that Hitler was aware of the dangers of invading England and was trying to prevent a conflict with the British. It also suggests that Hitler was open to the suggestion of peace talks, and was not necessarily identified to head to battle with England. This quote provides insight into Hitler's thought procedure and also his attempts to avoid a war with England.