Journal of Soviet and Post-Soviet Politics and S - 2021/1

This issue of the journal focuses on the memory of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN) and the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) during interwar and war-time. It includes research on Ukrainian nationalism and its contemporary interpretations, as well as a debate on different approaches to the OUN by scholars in comparative fascism, East European right-wing extremism, and Ukrainian ultra-nationalism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 09 June 2022
Publisher: ibidem-Verlag, Jessica Haunschild u Christian Schon

This issue of the journal features the fourth installment in a series of special sections dedicated to exploring the memory of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN) and its military arm, the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (Ukrainian abbreviation: UPA). Within this series, historians and social scientists delve into the intricate details of interwar and war-time Ukrainian nationalism, as well as its contemporary public and scholarly interpretations and representations. This exploration is particularly significant in the context of the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war (2014-ongoing) and the associated propaganda campaigns that have shaped public perceptions and narratives.

Furthermore, this issue marks the beginning of a series of special sections where scholars from various fields, such as comparative fascism, East European right-wing extremism, and Ukrainian ultra-nationalism, engage in lively debates about different approaches to studying the OUN. These discussions aim to shed light on the complex and multifaceted nature of this organization and its impact on Ukrainian history and society.

The contributions in this issue provide a wealth of insights and perspectives on the OUN and its legacy. Historians examine the origins and development of the OUN, exploring its ideological roots, organizational structures, and its role in shaping Ukrainian nationalism during the interwar period. Social scientists analyze the societal and cultural implications of Ukrainian nationalism, exploring how it has influenced social movements, political ideologies, and cultural practices.

At the same time, scholars in the fields of comparative fascism and East European right-wing extremism critically examine the OUN's ideologies and practices, comparing them to similar movements in other regions and assessing their impact on Ukrainian society and politics. These discussions highlight the complexities and nuances of studying the OUN, as well as the need for a multi-disciplinary approach that incorporates historical, social, and cultural dimensions.

In conclusion, this issue of the journal offers a valuable contribution to the ongoing debate about the memory of the OUN and its implications for contemporary Ukrainian society. By exploring the historical, social, and cultural dimensions of Ukrainian nationalism, as well as its contemporary interpretations and representations, we gain a deeper understanding of the complex and multifaceted nature of this organization and its impact on Ukrainian history and society.

Weight: 666g
ISBN-13: 9783838216065