Capturing Commemoration: Reflections on the First World War Centenary in Britain

Lucy Noakes, Catriona Pennell, Emma Hanna, Lorna Hughes, Chris Kempshall, James Wallis

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Abstract

The First World War Centenary of 2014-2018 was a defining period of public engagement in the United Kingdom. Capturing Commemoration provides the first dedicated examination of this period and the activities that marked it. Collaboratively written by leading experts in the field, this study explores how the Centenary was marked as both a national and a transnational commemoration, how it defined national identity, as well as how it was transmitted within museum exhibitions, digital spaces, and amongst younger generations. In doing so, this volume reflects on the ‘collaborative turn’ taking place within public history, and its implications for cooperation between the academy and the public.
Original languageEnglish
PublisherBerghahn Books Inc.
Number of pages188
ISBN (Electronic)9781836952572
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2025

Publication series

NameExploration in Heritage Studies
PublisherBerghahn Books
Volume11

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