The war instilled a sense of disillusionment in many from "summary" of The Pity Of War by Niall Ferguson
The Great War had a profound impact on the individuals who experienced it firsthand. It was not just the physical destruction and loss of life that left a lasting mark, but also the psychological toll it took on those who survived. Many soldiers and civilians alike found themselves grappling with a sense of disillusionment in the wake of the conflict. The war had been sold to the public as a noble cause, a fight for freedom and justice. However, the brutal reality of trench warfare and the staggering number of casualties painted a very different picture. As the war dragged on, it became increasingly difficult to justify the sacrifices being made by so many. Soldiers who had once been filled with patriotic fervor now found themselves questioning the purpose of the war. The horrors they witnessed on the...
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