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This article examines the use of interactive testimonies to document Holocaust survivors’ memories, focusing on initiatives by the USC Shoah Foundation and Forever Holdings. It analyzes the viewpoints of eight survivors from the US, Canada, Great Britain, and Germany on digital testimonies collected from 2019 to 2022. The research explores survivors’ attitudes towards technology, the recording process, and the digital media for Holocaust Education. Introducing the concept of a “digital echo,” the study highlights how survivors’ stories are transformed into digital media that resonate across generations, preserving their narratives and boosting educational efforts. Survivors discuss balancing respect for their past with the adoption of digital advancements to keep their stories accessible and impactful. Despite challenges, they recognize the significance of digital projects in educating future generations. The study concludes with survivors viewing their participation as contributing to a peaceful future.

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“Who will be Interested in Seeing this in 100 Years?” Holocaust Survivors’ Perspectives on ‘Dimensions in Testimony’ and the ‘Forever Project’

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    2025年

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  • Anja Ballis,
  • Markus Gloe,
  • Ernst Hüttl

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This article examines the use of interactive testimonies to document Holocaust survivors’ memories, focusing on initiatives by the USC Shoah Foundation and Forever Holdings. It analyzes the viewpoints of eight survivors from the US, Canada, Great Britain, and Germany on digital testimonies collected from 2019 to 2022. The research explores survivors’ attitudes towards technology, the recording process, and the digital media for Holocaust Education. Introducing the concept of a “digital echo,” the study highlights how survivors’ stories are transformed into digital media that resonate across generations, preserving their narratives and boosting educational efforts. Survivors discuss balancing respect for their past with the adoption of digital advancements to keep their stories accessible and impactful. Despite challenges, they recognize the significance of digital projects in educating future generations. The study concludes with survivors viewing their participation as contributing to a peaceful future.