The questions about British memory of Afra Hirsch are, obvious , good intentionated . Two problems are the obstacles to see this documentary as one real interesting.


* the first - each fact from past must be seen in the context of period. It is one of basic rules of honest historical analysis. So, admiral Nelson or Winston Churchill or Edward Colston are the men of their time .



* second big problem is the pledge for the political correctness. Or, this war against statues is childish to dumb. A museum for the Churchil prejudices about Indians or Africans ? Real ? Germany as example ? The tempt to modelling public memory about british heroes ? Serious ?


The purpose of history studied in school was the developpement and encouraging of patriotic spirit. And this is just fair. To determine the fall of monuments for illusory justice is not a wise action.

Sure, we lived in multicultural societies.

But the past remains the same. And the perspective about it, the recognition of virtues not being destroyed by the exposure of the mistakes or sins of our national heroes.

Sure, I saw it as a good intentioned reevaluation but only good intentioned. Because the perspective of lady Hirsch is very, very, very supperficial.

I saw this documentary as Romanian and as history teacher, with indulgent smile about hard try of actress to convince her public.

The history genre features recounting and analyzing past events, societies, cultures, and historical figures. This genre aims to provide insights into the development of civilizations, the causes and consequences of historical events, and the impact of individuals and ideas on the course of history.

The war genre features armed conflicts, both historical and fictional, and the experiences of individuals and groups involved in warfare. This genre explores the physical, emotional, and moral challenges faced by soldiers, civilians, and others affected by war.

Afua Hirsch questions whether some of Britain's historic heroes truly deserve their exalted status and meets opposition when she explores the racist views of the likes of Horatio Nelson and Winston Churchill.

Gerry George, Chris Wilson, and Afua Hirsch in The Battle for Britain's Heroes (2018)

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