Echoes of the Past

Write about a character who compares the societal collapse in the zombie apocalypse with historical events.

In this prompt, the character draws a parallel between their existing circumstances and a historical time of extreme unrest; for example, war, pandemic, etc. The narrative may reflect upon the repeating patterns of human behavior, societal structures, and how people cope with calamity. Also, delve into lessons humanity could learn from their history when faced with a similar catastrophic event.