Scales and Perspectives of Resilience: The Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima and Tange’s Peace Memorial

Post-WWII Hiroshima's resilience narratives, shaped by architects, historians, and policymakers, reveal diverse interpretations of recovery—both physical and social—that reflect broader societal constructions of historical identity. The study critically examines how Tange Kenzō’s Peace Memorial Park and Museum project, along with other actors' visions, crafted resilience narratives targeting global and local audiences through rebuilding efforts and detailed reports. By analyzing these narratives, the research demonstrates that disaster, rebuilding, and their urban representations are integral to shaping collective memory and identity.

Hein, C. (2019). Scales and Perspectives of Resilience: The Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima and Tange’s Peace Memorial. Architectural Histories, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.5334/ah.304