571
Spanish Flu 1918 (lemmy.world)
you are viewing a single comment's thread
view the rest of the comments
[-] Kiosade@lemmy.ca 2 points 9 months ago

Counterpoint: it’s actually not that hard, because of echo chambers and the algorithms pushing/feeding those echo chambers. Just because people are actually able to read and write more nowadays doesn’t mean critical thinking has improved a lot too.

[-] otp@sh.itjust.works 2 points 8 months ago

That's very true!

In the Age of Misinformation, basic literacy isn't enough to learn.

this post was submitted on 29 Feb 2024
571 points (99.1% liked)

HistoryPorn

4914 readers
129 users here now

If you would like to become a mod in this community, kindly PM the mod.

Relive the Past in Jaw-Dropping Detail!

HistoryPorn is for photographs (or, if it can be found, film) of the past, recent or distant! Give us a little snapshot of history!

Rules

  1. Be respectful and inclusive.
  2. No harassment, hate speech, or trolling.
  3. Engage in constructive discussions.
  4. Share relevant content.
  5. Follow guidelines and moderators' instructions.
  6. Use appropriate language and tone.
  7. Report violations.
  8. Foster a continuous learning environment.
  9. No genocide or atrocity denialism.

Pictures of old artifacts and museum pieces should go to History Artifacts

Illustrations and paintings should go to History Drawings

Related Communities:

Military Porn

Forgotten Weapons

founded 1 year ago
MODERATORS