WW1 and Memory
The paper should follow this basic outline:
I. Introduction: Provide the name of work/object/memoir and some background into the author/artist who completed it. What is he/she’s connection to the war? What country are they from?
Where did they serve?
How long did they serve?
II. Description of the object or summary of the work: This is fairly self-explanatory. Historical references can also be used in this section. Descriptions of individuals, events, etc. If it is a memorial or piece of art, give a detailed description of the object.
III. Analysis: How is the author/poet/artist/sculptor attempting to memorialize the war? What feelings are evoked and what might the work tell us about the author/artist/sculptor’s attitude tothe war. Is the work meant to evoke a particular feeling or sensation, for example, heroism, sorrow, longing, pain, pacifism, anger, friendship, alienation?
IV. Conclusion: Draw conclusions about the work that illuminates our understanding of memory and trauma in World War I.