Architecture at the Sites of the Former Nazi Concentration Camps. Functional Changeability of Commemoration

Agnieszka Gębczyńska-Janowicz

Architecture at the Sites of the Former Nazi Concentration Camps. Functional Changeability of Commemoration

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The monograph presents a comprehensive analysis of the architectural structures created in the former concentration camps in Europe under the SS Main Economy and Administration Office. It delves into the history of memorial site creation in these areas, emphasizing the unique characteristics of monuments dedicated to the victims of terror. Additionally, the study covers the post-war architectural transformations in these areas, offering a detailed understanding of the historical and structural aspects of these memorial sites and monuments. This research highlights that architecture serves as more than just a structure; it is a powerful means of reorganizing space to establish a place that embodies memory. It demonstrates how architecture shapes space to commemorate the crimes committed and honor the victims, emphasizing the crucial role of design in preserving history.

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Agnieszka Gębczyńska-Janowicz dr hab. inż. arch.

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Monographic publication

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książka - monografia autorska/podręcznik w języku o zasięgu międzynarodowym

Language:

English

Publication year:

2024

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Gębczyńska-Janowicz A.: Architecture at the Sites of the Former Nazi Concentration Camps. Functional Changeability of Commemoration. : Politechnika Gdańska, 2024. ISBN 978-83-64333-56-9

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