Tag: cultural history
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Dancing Dissidents: The Soviet Culture of Ballet as a Form of Repression and Revolt
In the Soviet era, ballet served as a propaganda tool reflecting state ideology, suppressing artistic freedom while promoting Russian superiority. Kate Taylor discusses ballet’s defectors such as Nureyev and Baryshnikov to reveal how it was a tool which shaped West-USSR relations until 1991.
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The Venice Charter 1964: Its Place in Modern-Day Heritage Preservation
Emma Donaldson explores how the challenges of post-war Europe prompted the evolution of heritage preservation through the Venice Charter.
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The Life and Legacy of Mary Burton, 1819-1909
Mary Burton was an influential activist of the nineteenth century who advanced women’s rights in Scotland. Lauren Hood explores her life and legacy in Edinburgh today.
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Citrus Trees
Ishaabhya Tripathi explores the historical, cultural, and symbolic significance of orange trees.
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Gluck – A Forgotten Queer Artist of the 1920s
Fleur O’Reilly explores the life and works of British queer artist Gluck, who defied gender expectations in both her personal life, but also in her original and distinct artworks.
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Beyond Devotion: The Multifaceted Functions of Early Netherlandish Altarpieces
At first glance, early Netherlandish Altarpieces seem to have primarily devotional and religious functions. However, they also have more subtle societal purposes, representing a community’s collective identity. Emily Jones explores the fascinatingly intricate and diverse meanings behind these cultural artefacts.
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The Six Triple Eight (2024): A Review
Depicting major historical events in film is a difficult feat and often sparks controversy. Olivia Norbury reviews the recent release of war film The Six Triple Eight (2024), which follows the inspiring story of the only US. Women’s Army Corps unit of colour in World War II.
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The Fight For Memory: The Mass Graves That Haunt Spain
Arianna North Castell shows how mass graves in Spain reveal long-hidden victims of Franco’s regime.
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