War! What is it good for?" The work of the group for War and Culture Studies (original) (raw)
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The Group for War and Culture Studies (GWACS) was founded in 1995 at the University of Westminster to explore the complex relationships between war and cultural production, initially concentrating on France and gradually expanding its focus. The group aims to foster interdisciplinary research and engage scholars from various cultural backgrounds, acknowledging the multifaceted legacies of war on cultural history, representation, and identity. Through conferences, seminars, and publications, GWACS has developed a comparative approach that enriches the understanding of cultural narratives shaped by wartime experiences.
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