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To explore the east slope of the Acropolis as a significant place of memory related to both mythical and historical wars.

March 6, 2026Open Access

East Slope of the Acropolis as a Mnemotopos of Mythical and Historical Wars

Key Points

To explore the east slope of the Acropolis as a significant place of memory related to both mythical and historical wars.
Holistic approach integrating literary evidence
Incorporation of epigraphic sources
Topographic analysis of the east slope
Examination of iconographic representations
Identifies the east slope as a pivotal site for Athenian identity
Establishes connections between the location and major wars
Demonstrates the role of memory in shaping public perception of history

Abstract

The Acropolis of Athens was indisputably the religious center of the city and played a pivotal role in shaping various aspects of Athenian identity. This study adopts a holistic approach —integrating literary, epigraphic, topographic and iconographic evidence, to examine the east slope of the Acropolis as a mnemotopos (place of memory) associated with war(s). The primary aim of my paper is to emphasize the significance of the east slope of the Acropolis as the topos and lieu de mémoire par excellence, both for mythical and historical wars.

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