Spatio-Temporal Reshaping of Collective Memory in Chechnya

The article examines spatial and temporal markers of memory relevant to the Chechen Republic in the 2020s. Spatial markers include toponymy and monuments from various historical periods. The Chechen capital’s memorial landscape is dominated by the Soviet era, while roughly one-third of the streets are named after contemporary figures. The article also examines holidays and memorial days. It shows that Chechnya’s memorial calendar has been updated, with most holidays and commemorative dates having national or religious features. Chechens forget old memorable dates and monuments and passively accept new ones, showing their rejection of an imposed socio-cultural reality.