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The Unknown Warrior

Dan Snow's History Hit

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Commemoration of the Fallen: A Shift in Perspective

This chapter examines the transformative approach to soldier commemoration after World War I, contrasting it with previous conflicts where only the wealthy received dignified burials. It highlights the establishment of the Unknown Warrior memorial, revealing the cultural impact of loss and the quest for closure among families of the countless soldiers who were never properly identified or buried.

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