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Reflections on the History Wars.

Authors :
Guyver, Robert
Source :
Agora; Apr2011, Vol. 46 Issue 2, p4-12, 9p, 1 Color Photograph, 3 Black and White Photographs, 6 Illustrations
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article discusses history wars scenario in various countries which took part in framing its history curriculum. It says that the patriotic history and struggle of historian Saburo Ienaga to attain public recognition were reflected in the Japanese textbooks. Meanwhile, neoconservatism has been a factor for the transformation of Argentina to reformed history. Moreover, history curriculum of Australia is influenced by ideological frameworks such as history as heritage, concept, and postmodern.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00446726
Volume :
46
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Agora
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
61136439