This exhibition, produced by the Musée National de l'Education de Rouen, consists of two parts: «Vive la Patrie! (1871-1914)» and "La Patrie en danger! (1914-1918)".

• "Long live the Fatherland! (1871-1914)"
  The Franco-Prussian War of 1870 ended with the defeat of France. The shock of the loss of Alsace-Moselle is found in the child universe even if the French army is not made responsible for this catastrophe. However, are we preparing the children for revenge?
• "The Fatherland in Danger! (1914-1918)"
  In 1914, children had to cope with the departure of men from their surroundings and the upheaval of their daily lives. At home, they are often called upon to help women by working or babysitting their siblings. At school, the exploits of the soldiers integrated the lessons and the children mobilized for many works of war.