On Myth Making and Nation Building: the Genesis of the “Myth of the Good Italian” 1943-1947, in «Yad Vashem Studies», n. 1 (2008), pp. 111-143. (original) (raw)
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The article examines the emergence of the "myth of the good Italian" between 1943 and 1947, arguing that this narrative arose from a combination of cultural and political factors in post-Fascist Italy. It explores how postwar attitudes shaped public perception, allowing for a collective absolution of Italian complicity in antisemitism and other atrocities committed under Fascist rule. Through analyzing societal motivations and historical interpretations, the work underscores the impact of these constructed narratives on the formation of national identity in the aftermath of World War II.
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