Shift in public opinion towards war from "summary" of Outbreak of the First World War by David Stevenson
David Stevenson vividly portrays the dramatic transformation in public sentiment leading up to the outbreak of the First World War. At the outset, the prevailing mood in Europe was characterized by a sense of optimism and faith in diplomacy to avert conflict. However, as tensions escalated and the specter of war loomed ever closer, there was a noticeable shift in public opinion towards a more belligerent stance. This shift can be attributed to a variety of factors, including the dissemination of propaganda by governments and the press, which served to inflame nationalist sentiments and demonize the enemy. At the same time, the mobilization of military forces and the imposition of war measures created an atmosphere of urgency and...
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