Antagonistic Memories and Populist Mobilization: Unravelling Everyday Memory Practices in Central and Eastern Europe's Silesian Borderland
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Název
Antagonistic Memories and Populist Mobilization: Unravelling Everyday Memory Practices in Central and Eastern Europe's Silesian Borderland
Tvůrce(i)
Wyss, Johana (UEF-S)
Celkový počet autorů
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Akce
Autumn Fellows' Conference 2023
Datum konání
29.11.2023 - 29.11.2023
Země
AT - Rakousko
Typ akce
WRD
Jazyk dok.
eng - angličtina
Klíč. slova
Populism ; collective memory ; Silesia
Vědní obor RIV
AC - Archeologie, antropologie, etnologie
Obor OECD
Antropology, ethnology
Institucionální podpora
UEF-S - RVO:68378076
Anotace
The emergence of illiberal movements in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) has coincided with a significant politicization of historical memory, leading to the utilization of divisive memories for political advantage. This paper adopts the concept of “mnemonic populism” (Kończal 2020) to undertake an ethnographic exploration of the contested notion of “populism” in relation to antagonistic memories. It examines populism from the bottom-up perspective, focusing on the everyday experiences of regular voters and delving into vernacular memory practices. By analysing how individuals in the Czech (formally Austrian) Silesian borderland reconstruct their historical past through these contentious mnemonic narratives, the study aims to comprehend the factors that contribute to the effectiveness of populist movements in harnessing such narratives for political ends. Furthermore, this research not only provides insights into the distinct dynamics of the Silesian borderland but also enriches our broader comprehension of the intersection between memory and populism.
