Quote Originally Posted by truthpaste View Post
Others who have looked into this are in no doubt: "Am I wrong for thinking Hitler was a brilliant person who knew what he was doing ?
His estimated IQ is 140. I've looked over "Mein Kampf", his ability to reason and express himself demonstrates intelligence and considering his lack of formal education is impressive.

The people around him who did take an IQ test had IQs of 140 or better.

So he could be called brilliant. He made many mistakes many resulting from his damaged personality. He was distrustful and did not take advise from others but rather depended solely on his own deductions and intuition".
His "estimated' IQ! You can't estimate an IQ without a properly conducted test. People have tried this many times before and failed badly.

Hitler had obvious special qualities: his oration being paramount. He was also likely a strong character with superbly honed political nous. However, he also had failings, as his Generals would have arrested to. His character flaws were spectacular, especially his twisted ethical outlook. No one with intellect needs any God to tell them Hitler was a bad 'un.