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The chapter 'Preamble' serves as the acknowledgments section of Connie Willis's 'Blackout,' where the author expresses gratitude to various individuals and groups who supported her during the writing process. Willis highlights the invaluable contributions of the Imperial War Museum women, former rescue workers during the Blitz, whose stories enriched her understanding of British resilience during World War II. The chapter also underscores the personal and professional support network that sustained the author through the book's development.