War and German Memory

Excavating the Significance of the Second World War in German Cultural Consciousness

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• K. Michael Prince

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• 186 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Weltgeschichte

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Focusing on the experiences of average Germans during the Second World War, this book examines how these memories have shaped Germany's postwar historical consciousness and cultural identity. It delves into the dominant narrative of suffering and its ongoing influence on contemporary German attitudes toward war and the nation's role in global affairs. Through this exploration, the book sheds light on the complexities of collective memory and its impact on national identity.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
• Einband: Paperback