A Collection Owned By Family Member
War Photos
Describe the collection’s content and quantity
Preservation of historical information is often vital in passing past historical events from one generation to another. James is a big fan of historical events. It has been his nature to collect historical data, especially on major wars. He, therefore, posses a collection rich in war photos collected from different great wars in world history. His collection mainly contains photos of war soldiers, devastating effects of different wars, the kind, and nature of weapons used during the wars as well as the and how such wars were conducted. The victims and victors of such wars are consequently included in the pictures with effectively designed captions illustrating the events captured in the photos. Quality of James’ war photos is never in doubt as he uses high quality and pictures in his correction. Photos of different events in World War I & II alongside the cold war photos are among his collections.
How did it start? Where is the collection kept or displayed, and how?
James is a great lover and champion in both photography and historical events. He started his collection by assembling pictures from the great world Wars such as World War I. However; the passion increased as he developed much interest in teaching people about past wars through the picture. James uses an online website in displaying his collections. However, he has a ‘museum’ as he commonly refers to his the building where he physically keeps the collection. He, therefore, uses both online and physical display methods.
What is interesting or unusual about the collection?
The most unusual thing about James collection is his adherence and specialty in war photos. There are many historical events and information that can be conveyed via pictures. However, James collection specializes in war photos. He, therefore, operates a single-line collecting with numerous pictures and quality photos containing rich information on war matters. Interestingly, James collection attracts a big audience with many people across the country and beyond trooping in to have a glimpse of his collection.
Discuss how you would interpret the collection for the public
It is not only imperative but also vital to explain to the public about what James’ collection entails. The best way of interpreting the collection to the public is to be explaining the objective of the collection. I would, therefore, distinguish the collection from related activities such as museums. Through such illustrations, the public will be able to the objectives of the collection. I would use the pictures in explaining different war events from where such pictures were taken to make the public the various lessons learned from such wars. Use of the pictures in explaining the far-reaching effects and
What would be the best way to create public access to that collection?
Use of both digital archive and curated exhibition are the most effective means through which public access to the collection can be created. Due to the high level of digitalization and continuous use of technology, use of a digital archive will enable many people across the public and beyond to access the collection. However, those who value face-to-face communication and first-hand information can visit the exhibition to access the collection.