The ultimate heroism is forgiving the enemy October 14, 2012 by Fulcrum We tell three stories about how a human being can respond to barbarity. One is the tragedy of revenge. One offers the hope of forgiveness. And one diverts itself with furious activity in an attempt to forget. But the story of Eric Lomax refuses to conform neatly to such templates. Paul Vallely. Independent on SSunday 14 October 2012 FulcrumShareTweetShare