How memory shapes the legacy of history's most notorious atrocities
In short: The Wars of Religion in Europe were defined by violence against entire populations. This lecture explores how specific massacres became enduring symbols of horror and how those memories continue to influence modern ideas about nationhood and coexistence.
Alec Ryrie examines the cultural weight of historical atrocities, specifically focusing on the siege of Leiden (1573-4) and the St Bartholomew's Day Massacres in France (1572). Rather than just recounting the violence, the lecture analyzes how these events were remembered by opposing sides.
The presentation explores how these collective memories shaped the long-term history of civil conflict. It investigates the lasting impact on societal concepts regarding how different groups can—or cannot—coexist within a single nation.
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