Das Erbe des Sklavenhandels im kollektiven Gedächtnis Gambias

Gambia's collective memory of the transatlantic slave trade, particularly at UNESCO-listed sites like Kunta Kinteh Island and Juffureh, is shaped more by tourism than historical recognition. While efforts to preserve and inscribe these memories—through museums, festivals, and oral traditions—have gained global attention (e.g., via Alex Haley's Roots), they primarily serve economic goals rather than addressing the trauma of slavery. High costs and limited local access hinder broader societal engagement, revealing a gap between cultural heritage preservation and its social impact.

Lahr, K. (2014). Das Erbe des Sklavenhandels im kollektiven Gedächtnis Gambias. :None. https://doi.org/10.25365/THESIS.34084