Was schindler trying to be crule when he sprayed the cattle cars with the fire hose?

No, Schindler was not trying to be cruel when he sprayed the cattle cars with the fire hose. His intention was to provide relief and comfort to the Jewish prisoners who were suffering from extreme heat and overcrowding during their transport. By spraying them with water, he aimed to alleviate some of their distress, demonstrating his humanity and concern for their well-being amidst the horrors of the Holocaust.