I agree
Written by JoAnn
(3/29/2009 11:46 a.m.)
in consequence of the missive, So let me rephrase ..., penned by gianni
I don't think Henry agreed with what Frederick did, and it's clear that he didn't like how his father treated people, either, but felt that he had no ability to change them. That "nodded assent", I think, speaks volumes - he can't condone Frederick, but by loyalty can't condemn, either.