CLEAN : Lights Out memorial to commemorate WW1 centenary

The video discusses the launch of a new Android app by the culture organization 1418, highlighting upcoming events like the world premiere of John Tanner's Requiem fragments. It reflects on historical events, emphasizing the importance of turning off lights for an hour to commemorate the start of the war. The video also underscores the role of poets, painters, and sculptors in shaping cultural understanding and the need to continue engaging artists in reflecting on contemporary life and historical consequences.

In what way does the speaker connect historical events to the present?

What emotions or thoughts does the speaker express regarding the understanding of cultural history?