PRZESTRZENNE FORMY PAMIĘCI O KONFLIKCIE W IRLANDII PÓŁNOCNEJ – PRZYKŁAD BELFASTU
SPATIAL FORMS OF MEMORY OF THE CONFLICT IN NORTHERN IRELAND – THE EXAMPLE OF BELFAST

Summary/Abstract: Researchers have noted that the unresolved, decades-long conflict in Northern Ireland gave rise to a vibrant local street art culture. A study conducted in Belfast from July 30 to August 4, 2024, explored various aspects of street art related to the Ulster conflict, including its forms and themes. The most common types of art were murals and wooden or plastic boards. Of the artworks examined, 51.1% featured pro-Irish messages and slogans, 39.5% – pro-British, and 3.6% promoted conciliatory themes. Nationalist (pro-Irish) pieces often honored historical figures and highlighted specific political issues, such as pro-Palestinian narratives. Unionist (pro-British) art typically focused on British monarchs, loyalist militants in balaclavas, and significant historical events. Conciliatory art avoided referencing either side of the conflict or their alleged victims. Most of the studied artworks showed no signs of vandalism from opposing groups.

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