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The research investigates the role of history and memory in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, focusing on separatist regions.

March 17, 2026Open Access

Separatism and the Uses of the Past: Politics of History in the Self-Proclaimed Republics of Donbas

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The research investigates the role of history and memory in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, focusing on separatist regions.
Analysis of historical narratives created by separatist leaders
Examination of mobilization strategies in Luhansk and Donetsk
Review of events since 2014 to 2022
Identified key historical narratives used to galvanize support in separatist regions
Showed how memory was utilized to consolidate power among separatist leaders
Highlight the strategic role of history in influencing public sentiment

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This article analyzes how historical narratives shaped mobilization in Luhansk and Donetsk, indicating their impact on separatist power dynamics.

Alexandr; id_orcid 0000-0003-4672-711X Voronovici (2023) studied this question.

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This article analyzes how historical narratives shaped mobilization in Luhansk and Donetsk, indicating their impact on separatist power dynamics.