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"In my dissertation, I investigate excessive violence committed by the German military during the Franco-Prussian War (1870–71), examining whether a distinct German military culture of violence emerged during the conflict. Moving beyond traditional narratives centered on Sedan and Paris, the study shifts focus to the post-Sedan phase and warfare in the province. In this context, the concept of a fragmented “small(er) war” becomes central. This perspective is complemented by an approach rooted in the history of emotions, analyzing “embitterment” (Erbitterung) as a key emotional driver behind violent behavior." |
