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Wednesday, November 13, 2013

The Legend Of The Monuments Men Book

By Sonya Riley


Our history defines who we are and the things we have accomplished for the past hundred years. In fact, one historical work that shapes the minds of the readers would have to be the Monuments Men book by Robert M. Edsel. As someone who is passionate about art and culture, he has successfully told the secret of some heroic tales during the world war.

Since his work is loved by most bookworms, Hollywood has made a new version through the film called Monuments Men. In fact, this movie has an amazing cast from Matt Damon, Bill Murray, John Goodman and Cate Blanchett. Moreover, this is even directed and co produced by George Clooney making this one of the exciting films for December.

Somehow, this book was based from true events during the WWII that was held just left untold until the making of the movie. This was about the efforts of a prestigious organization called the Monuments, Fine Arts and Architecture which is a division of the US military. It was composed of amazing individuals from various expertise of curators, historians and educators.

The book of Edsel really becomes an eye opener for the public since the characters and the setting of the story is similar from the truth. After reading this, people could have more knowledge on the incidents that have happened during the war. Moreover, they get to learn the importance of protecting and preserving culture and art pieces.

These monuments men are definitely heroes in their own way as they have acquired tons of these artifacts which are stolen by the ruler Hitler. This process may not be easy at all since they have undergone a lot of struggles just to get them back. Moreover, this quest eventually became one of the greatest treasure hunts known in history.

The effects of the war brought about different experiences from the people who have lived in those times. As more structures were damaged, so as the dreams and hopes of the people who have encountered this tragic event. Every person has his or her own tale of how the war has affected their lives in many ways.

Through the efforts made by the MFAA plus with the works of extraordinary individuals, they sure save history. Instead of living in fear and hiding underground, they fight for their lives in protecting essential treasures that have shaped civilization. Moreover, the people today are even very thankful for saving a masterpiece of Da Vinci or Michelangelo.

In honor of their heroism, the Monuments Men Foundation is made to continue the acts of preserving art and culture. The author Robert Edsel himself, is the president of this movement and recognizes those who have faithfully serve the MFAA. In fact, this organization is now known as a modern Indian Jones in continuation of searching for the other missing treasures.

The legend told in the Monuments Men book is very exceptional and Robert Edsel have effectively spread its message. With thousands of historic items discovered, the fact remains that another thousands are still missing and gone from destruction. And in this line, the quest for these lost treasures continue onwards for the next generation.




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