The thesis reviews three explanatory models (game theory, performativity, and asymmetry) that are used to explain the different outcomes of the state-domestic terrorist group interactions in West...Show moreThe thesis reviews three explanatory models (game theory, performativity, and asymmetry) that are used to explain the different outcomes of the state-domestic terrorist group interactions in West-Germany and The Netherlands during the 1970s. The thesis highlights the relevance of explanations that discuss the factor of asymmetry.Show less
The way in which a group of individuals can develop a collective memory has fascinated scholars for decades and gave birth to different definitions and conceptualisations of memory. From the...Show moreThe way in which a group of individuals can develop a collective memory has fascinated scholars for decades and gave birth to different definitions and conceptualisations of memory. From the studies conducted on memory, one notion stands out for its particular and captivating character: cultural memory, a form of collective memory that embraces ongoing societal and historical changes. Cultural memory has proven to be powerful and influential in various domains of human life. This thesis aims at investigating the influence of cultural memory on the shaping of social movements, a yet little explored field. Through a thorough analysis of two case studies – Germany and Italy – this research will shed light on the ways in which remembering and forgetting past experiences intertwine with the development of social movements.Show less
