Decision

"Decision" by Frank M. Robinson is a science fiction story set during the early 1950s that dives into difficult choices that arise when duty clashes with deep-seated hatred. When the U.S.S. Oahu encounters a mysterious alien ship looming menacingly above the Josef Dzugashvili, an enemy vessel, the Captain faces an impossible dilemma. He must decide whether to act on his ingrained loathing for the rival nation or help those in danger, even if they are the enemy. As the alien threat escalates, the narrative explores the complexities of war, loyalty, and the changing moral landscape of humanity when confronted with threats from beyond the stars. The Captain's ultimate decision to assist showcases an important change in perspective, challenging long-held prejudices in the face of a common enemy.