There are many ways to commemorate important figures and events. In the case of Michael Collins, not only a film or TV featured him, but many take to stages to reenact his speeches. In doing so, his drive is more tangible and the fight of the times is reimagined. Bringing these elements closer to the people today makes commemorating such events and people easier and more of an empathetic movement.
Watch Liam Crowley reenact Michael Collins speech:
Liam Neeson “Reenacting” Michael Collins:
https://youtu.be/60N3R455lHc?t=35s
The difference between these two reenactments are numerous, especially when we consider context.
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