The Memory Collection: 20 Objects from the 20th Century

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Battle Helmet

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Battle Helmet

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Helmet worn during battles in the Second World War (1939-1945).

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Battle Helmet

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Because wars were huge and terrible events that mustn't be repeated in the 21st century.

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The learner will:

use examples of material elements of culture to explain its historical significance
evaluate changes that technological, medical and social innovations have made to our culture
speculate why some products have had a significant impact on daily life