Latest news and articles about historical memory from NEX English
Eighty-five years after the first major arrest of Jews in occupied Paris, 98 long-lost photographs are displayed at the French Embassy in Berlin. This discovery holds special significance for Holocaust survivor Liliane Riefield.
In a significant gesture of historical appreciation, Germany has reburied the remains of 80 Soviet soldiers discovered during construction work. This operation aims to preserve the historical memory of the sacrifices made by these soldiers in the fight against Nazism.
The Popular Front has launched the 'Flame of Memory' campaign at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Alexander Garden, aiming to commemorate martyrs and enhance historical awareness.
A newly translated book reveals writings by Laurent d'Arvieux, which, despite some European superiority views, offers a fairer image of Bedouin life in Palestine. This work sheds light on the daily experiences and struggles of Palestinians during that era.
Italian journalist <strong>Daniele Biacchisi</strong> emphasizes the importance of documenting the resistance stories of both Italians and Palestinians, warning against the erasure of the history of the oppressed. He draws parallels between the fight against fascism in Italy and the Palestinian cause, highlighting the need to revive historical memory.
In her new book, Palestinian artist Samia Halabi sheds light on the Kafr Qasim massacre, considering it part of the ongoing Nakba and a systematic Israeli doctrine of killing. The book features a visual documentation of the tragic events that occurred in 1956.
In 1989, playwright <strong>Harold Pinter</strong> and director <strong>Jerry Schatzberg</strong> collaborated on a film that is now considered one of the most significant cinematic works addressing the Holocaust. Set to premiere in 2026, the film ignites widespread debate about how to approach this sensitive topic.
Argentina is commemorating the 50th anniversary of the military coup that led to a seven-year dictatorship, while memorial centers are facing severe funding shortages. President Javier Milei, who took office three years ago, has cut the human rights budget, negatively impacting national memory.