Responsibility and Remembering: Conceptualizing WW2 Legacy in the German-Greek Paradigm
Responsibility and Remembering Conceptualizing WW2 Legacy in the German-Greek Paradigm

Summary/Abstract: This paper explores the evolving concept of responsibility within the German-Greek reconciliation process. By analyzing key elements of President Steinmeier’s speech and the reactions to his visit in October 2024, the study examines how responsibility is framed in different contexts. It first outlines reconciliation theory and its relevance to German-Greek relations before discussing Germany’s reconciliation policies toward Greece. The analysis then focuses on Steinmeier’s discourse on responsibility, remembrance, and reconciliation, juxtaposed with responses from the “Network of Martyr Cities and Villages.” The findings highlight the fluidity of responsibility, revealing shifts in its meaning, diverse perspectives, and varying calls to action. Ultimately, the paper underscores a complex turning point in the German-Greek reconciliation process.

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