Write a scene where a character discovers an old diary in their attic and begins reading it, only to realize that it belonged to their great-grandparent who lived through a significant historical event

Write a scene where a character discovers an old diary in their attic and begins reading it, only to realize that it belonged to their great-grandparent who lived through a significant historical event. The diary provides a personal and intimate perspective on this event and the character becomes deeply engrossed in the story.