Bruno's father is depicted as a proud Nazi, who is determined to climb the ranks in the German Army. He makes significant sacrifices, like moving his family from Berlin to Auschwitz because of his job. Bruno describes his father a strict man who has many rules. If Bruno breaks these rules, he must endure a "serious talking to." Bruno's father treats the maids and housekeepers with contempt. The other soldiers at Auschwitz look up to Bruno's father and are continually trying to find favor with him. He is rather controversial throughout the novel and is always fighting with his wife and arguing with his mother. Although he is proud of his position as Commandant and all of his military accomplishments, he is scared to say "no" to Hitler, which is why he moves his family to Auschwitz. He is stressed out most of the time and even finds out his wife has been cheating on him. He struggles with his personal life and loses his mind after Bruno disappears. Bruno's father is a tragic character throughout the novel The Boy in The Striped Pajamas.
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