Dubrovnik’s Artistic Patrimony, and its Role in War Reporting (1991)

Journalistic reports during the 1991 siege of Dubrovnik by the Yugoslav National Army often exaggerated the extent of damage to the Old City, aiming to provoke international intervention for cultural protection. This study reveals how British correspondents and editors framed these narratives, using rhetorical analysis to assess their impact on public memory and historical accounts. By combining interview data from key figures like Alex Russell and Max Hastings with documentary press analysis, the research sheds light on Western media's role in shaping perceptions of the Yugoslav wars and humanitarian intervention.

Pearson, J. (2010). Dubrovnik’s Artistic Patrimony, and its Role in War Reporting (1991). European History Quarterly, 40(2), 197–216. https://doi.org/10.1177/0265691410358937