
Die Nation als Waffe und Vorstellung: Nationalismus in Deutschland und Grossbritannien im Ersten Weltkrieg
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Format
Paperback
Pages
427
Language
German
Published
Jan 1, 2002
Publisher
Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht
ISBN-10
3525351399
ISBN-13
9783525351390
Description
Sven Oliver Müller delves into the complex interplay between nationalism and warfare in Germany and Great Britain during the First World War. He examines how national identity and sentiment were weaponized, shaping both the rhetoric and strategies employed by these nations in their colossal struggle. By analyzing political discourse, propaganda, and social responses to the war, Müller reveals how notions of nationhood influenced public perception and mobilization.
The work not only underscores the historical significance of nationalism in wartime but also critiques its long-lasting implications for societal cohesion and division. Through a meticulous examination of primary sources and contemporary accounts, Müller invites readers to consider the multifaceted dimensions of national identity, exploring the consequences that echo beyond the battlefield into modern-day narratives of nationhood. His insights encourage a deeper understanding of how collective identities can be harnessed in times of conflict, offering a critical perspective on the enduring legacy of the First World War.
The work not only underscores the historical significance of nationalism in wartime but also critiques its long-lasting implications for societal cohesion and division. Through a meticulous examination of primary sources and contemporary accounts, Müller invites readers to consider the multifaceted dimensions of national identity, exploring the consequences that echo beyond the battlefield into modern-day narratives of nationhood. His insights encourage a deeper understanding of how collective identities can be harnessed in times of conflict, offering a critical perspective on the enduring legacy of the First World War.
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