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Origin of Interest
- Peter Hart's interest in World War I began with a TV program in the 1960s called "The Great War."
- The program depicted the suffering of individuals and the generals' decisions, sparking his interest.
Shifting Perceptions of WWI
- Public perception of WWI has shifted from a clear good versus evil narrative to a more nuanced understanding.
- The war involved multiple empires with complex agendas, making it difficult to assign simple labels.
Finding Source Material
- Peter Hart, as the oral historian at the Imperial War Museum, uses a variety of sources, including veteran interviews and letters.
- He finds emotionally powerful material in dusty folders, connecting with the personal experiences of soldiers.