Observing Memories Issue 5 - December 2021 | Page 7

to the Dutch National Museum of World Cultures , analyse the contents of one of its exhibitions from a personal and decolonial perspective .
This year , the magazine also features reviews by historian Vanessa Garbero surrounding a recent publication on the Francoist executions in Madrid and the memorial conflicts that have arisen therefrom ; and historian David González , on how the Spanish Civil War and the Franco dictatorship are dealt with in textbooks . In addition , the magazine presents an article by Alejandra Naftal , executive director of the ESMA ( School of Navy Mechanics ) Memory Site Museum in Buenos Aires . She puts the space forward as a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate , a campaign that we advocate for and wholeheartedly support .
Finally yet importantly , in the section dedicated to our partners , Elma Hašimbegović , director of the History Museum of History of Bosnia and Herzegovina , delineates the objectives , contents and characteristics of this space , its evolution and the different transformations it has undergone over time .
Concisely , we hope that your reading of the various articles contained herein will prove enlightening and foster reflection , analysis and learning , which is our overarching goal . As always , we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the authors for their collaboration , having shared projects and friendships with some of them . Our warmest gratitude also to the EUROM team that has made this edition possible and to the other members of the Fundació Solidaritat , without whom this volume would not have proven possible . Health and happy reading to you all .
Jordi Guixé Director of the European Observatory on Memories
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