Historical context diagram is a visual tool to show the development process and relationship of historical events. By drawing the historical context map, we can better understand the ins and outs and influences of historical events.
1. Determine the theme and time range: before drawing the historical context diagram, you need to determine the historical theme and time range to be displayed. For example, you can choose the history of World War II as the theme, and the time range is 1939 to 1945.
2. Collecting materials: collecting historical materials related to the theme, including books, articles, pictures, etc. These materials can help us understand the background, process and influence of historical events.
3. Determine historical events and nodes: According to the data, determine historical events and important nodes to be displayed. These nodes can be historical figures, wars, political changes and so on. In the history of World War II, we can choose some important events and nodes, such as the German invasion of Poland, the surrender of the French transport line and the Battle of Stalingrad.
4. Draw a timeline: In the historical context diagram, the timeline is a line that runs through it. We can use the straight line tool or hand-drawn lines in the software to draw the timeline. Important historical events and nodes, as well as their occurrence time, should be marked on the timeline.
5. Add details and explanations: Add details and explanations on the timeline to help the audience better understand historical events and nodes. These details can include people, places, political backgrounds, etc. In the history of World War II, we can add some details, such as the treaty signed with the Soviet Union after Germany invaded Poland and the political structure after France surrendered.
6. Beautify presentation: In order to make the historical context map more beautiful and easy to understand, it can be beautified. For example, different colors and fonts can be used to distinguish different historical events and nodes, and pictures and charts can be added to enhance the visual effect.
The function of historical context diagram
1. Grasp the historical process as a whole: the historical context diagram can organically link a large number of historical events, so that people can see the overall process and evolution trend of history at a glance. This helps people to better understand the relationship between historical development law and historical events.
2. Auxiliary memory and learning: Historical context diagram can present complex historical events in a concise graphic form, making it easier for people to remember and understand. Through the observation and analysis of the historical context map, people can have a deeper understanding of the background, causes and results of historical events.
3. Provide decision-making reference: Historical context diagram can help people to better predict and analyze the development trend of historical events, thus providing reference for decision-making. By observing the historical context map, people can better understand the laws and influencing factors of historical events, so as to predict the future development more accurately.