GUERRES MONDIALES ET CONFLITS CONTEMPORAINS
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Historical Narratives with Modern Realities
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Historical Analysis of Wars:
The journal extensively examines the historical contexts of global conflicts, particularly the World Wars, highlighting pivotal events, key figures, and their enduring legacies. - Genocide and Its Legal Implications:
A significant focus is placed on genocides, exploring judicial practices, political recognition, and the memorialization of these events, especially within the context of German history. - Cultural and Societal Impacts of Conflict:
Research often delves into the cultural narratives and societal changes resulting from wars, including the experiences of prisoners of war, resistance movements, and the role of women in wartime. - International Relations and Political Dynamics:
The journal addresses the geopolitical ramifications of conflicts, such as the relationships between countries during and after wars, with a particular emphasis on France's role in various historical contexts. - Memory Studies and Commemoration:
The journal investigates how wars are remembered and commemorated, including the establishment of memorials, the role of national narratives, and the impact on collective memory.
Trending and Emerging
- Contemporary Conflicts and Their Historical Roots:
There is an increasing emphasis on understanding contemporary conflicts through the lens of historical precedents, particularly how past wars shape current geopolitical tensions, such as the ongoing war in Ukraine. - Genocide Recognition and Memorialization:
Research on the recognition and memorialization of genocides has surged, highlighting the importance of historical justice and the political implications of acknowledging past atrocities. - Cultural Narratives in Wartime:
Studies focusing on cultural narratives, including literature and media representations of war, are emerging as a vital area of interest, reflecting how societies process and narrate their wartime experiences. - Legal Frameworks Surrounding Warfare:
There is a growing trend towards examining legal frameworks and practices related to war crimes and trials, particularly in the context of historical events like the Eichmann trial and its implications for contemporary legal standards. - International Relations and Diplomacy During Wars:
A notable increase in research examining the diplomatic strategies and international relationships fostered during wars, particularly in the context of alliances and conflicts involving France.
Declining or Waning
- Postcolonial Military Conflicts:
The exploration of postcolonial military conflicts, particularly in relation to French colonial history, has seen a decline, possibly reflecting a shifting interest towards more contemporary geopolitical issues. - Detailed Biographical Studies of Lesser-Known Figures:
Research focused on lesser-known historical figures from the wars has become less prevalent, indicating a possible trend towards broader thematic studies rather than individual biographies. - Minor Conflicts and Regional Studies:
There is a noticeable reduction in papers dedicated to minor conflicts or specific regional studies that do not directly relate to major world wars, suggesting a narrowing of focus towards more significant global events.
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