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British Public Opinion in World War I: Government, Propaganda, and Devastation

Explore the impact of British involvement in World War I on public opinion, government responses, and the effects of propaganda. From the initial excitement to the devastation on the frontlines, discover how the war shaped public sentiment and the government's duties towards maintaining support. Analyze the role of figures like David Lloyd George, media usage, and the influence of war propaganda posters in shaping perceptions. Delve into the aftermath of the war and the lasting outcomes on Britain as a nation.

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British Public Opinion in World War I: Government, Propaganda, and Devastation

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  1. British Involvement in World War I By Matthew Morris and Ben Houston

  2. The Shaping of British Public Opinion in World War I Public Opinion at Beginning of War World I Government and Public Responses Public Opinion during War World War I Effects of the Frontlines and Propaganda Public Opinion after War World I Devastation and Outcomes

  3. Entering the War • One thing led to another • We’re going to war? • Public Opinion at the Start • We will be home by Christmas! • Excitement • Public coming together to support the war effort • Restore order in Europe • Increasing competition from Germany The Great War Begins…..

  4. Public Support Important to War Effort • Need home-front effort to be strong • Keep high number of troops supplied • Disagreement in Government • Division of opinion • Prime Minister Asquith • Keep public opinion positive and government in tact Government Duties to Public Opinion

  5. Trenches Symbolize The Great War • Devastation of trench warfare • Poems and letters from soldiers • Negative Opinions • What could be done? • Government intervention How the War Shaped Public Opinion

  6. David Lloyd George • Media Usage • Manchester Guardian • Why is this important? • Propaganda • Kept steady flow of soldiers into the army • Instilled hope in a nation Keeping the War Effort Strong

  7. War Propaganda Posters

  8. Negative Public Opinion by End • Stalemate of war took effect on people • End of War Brought Little Rejoice • Happy to end war • What do we have to show for it? • High casualties • Little gains • Germany must pay! Devastated Britain by the End

  9. Frontlines • Government • Devastation of War • Results Conclusions of Public Opinion

  10. Primary • Letters • Poems • Speeches • Secondary • World War I Books • Books Reviewing British History Sources

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