The museum as an instrument of repolonization of Silesia: creating the image of the recovered territories (1948–1956)

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The museum's exhibitions legitimized territorial changes in Silesia after WWII, fostering national identity.
Evidence shows that between 1948 and 1956, the museum played a key role in promoting a Polish narrative of Silesia, often overlooking its German history.
Analysis employed historical methods to examine how the museum's activities influenced public consciousness in the Polish People's Republic.
Debate continues about the museum's dual legacy, balancing its cultural contributions against its propagandistic actions.

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The museum demonstrates the state's historical policy impact on Silesia's identity, suggesting dual roles as a cultural center and a propaganda tool.

Vsevolod Serhiienko (2025) studied this question.

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The museum demonstrates the state's historical policy impact on Silesia's identity, suggesting dual roles as a cultural center and a propaganda tool.