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Concept of Resilience in Urban Studies
What does resilience mean in the context of urban studies?
The ability of a city or community to recover quickly both physically and socially, through tangible and intangible elements.
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Peace Memorial Park and Museum as Symbols
What does the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park commemorate?
The victims of the atomic bomb.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
What perspectives are explored in the film?
The perspectives of victors, bystanders, victims, scientists, and visitors seeking historical information.
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Peace Memorial Park and Museum as Symbols
What is the significance of the Peace Memorial Museum in the film?
It educates visitors about the horrors of destruction and memorializes the events of the atomic bombing.
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Post-War Reconstruction of Hiroshima
What law was enacted to support the reconstruction of Hiroshima?
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial City Construction Law (Peace City Law).
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
What documentary did Japanese teams create shortly after the atomic bombings?
Effect of Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What significant figures' statements were included in the documents?
President Truman and General MacArthur.
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Peace Memorial Park and Museum as Symbols
What was the purpose of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial City Construction Plan?
To portray Hiroshima as a global peace city.
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Tange Kenzo's Architectural Contributions
What role does Tange and his team's project play in the context of resilience narratives?
It illustrates how specific actors use reconstruction campaigns to create resilience narratives for both global and local audiences.
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Tange Kenzo's Architectural Contributions
What significant structures were designed by Tange Kenzo in Hiroshima?
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the Peace Memorial Museum.
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Post-War Reconstruction of Hiroshima
What does the discussion of Hiroshima's destruction and rebuilding illustrate?
The complexity and multiplicity of resilience narratives.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
How are resilience narratives significant in the context of war memorials?
They provide insight into the experiences and responses of communities affected by war.
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Critical Resilience and Agency in Urban Planning
What does the term 'Peace Boulevard' refer to in the context of Hiroshima's reconstruction?
A road that connected national and local goals, initiated during the war as a firebreak.
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Visual Representations of Hiroshima's Destruction
What does the film discussed in Hein's article combine in its imagery?
It combines footage of a love affair with images of atomic-bomb victims and urban destruction.
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Tange Kenzo's Architectural Contributions
What role did Tange Kenzo play in the narrative of Hiroshima's reconstruction?
His intervention reinforced new terminology on peace and humankind attached to new buildings.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
How did the film 'Hiroshima Mon Amour' contribute to the narrative of Hiroshima?
It combined imagery of destruction with the city's human and architectural revival, turning it into a global event.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
What does the first section of Hein's article focus on regarding Hiroshima?
It examines how public players construct narratives of resilience around the destruction of the city and the perspectives from which these stories are told.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
How did the Japanese narrative of the bombing differ from the American narrative?
The Japanese narrative focused on the suffering of people, while the American narrative emphasized the atomic cloud.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
Who are the various actors that propose narratives of resilience in post-WWII Hiroshima?
Architects, filmmakers, historians, politicians, and planners.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What is the DOI for Hein's article?
https://doi.org/10.5334/ah.304.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What does the film highlight regarding the atomic bomb's impact?
It explores the social, cultural, and physical impact of the atomic bomb.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
What was the original intent of the film 'Hiroshima Mon Amour'?
It began as a documentary project on the atomic bomb.
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Peace Memorial Park and Museum as Symbols
What is the significance of Peace Boulevard, Peace Hall, and Peace Park?
They are part of the new constructions that embody the narrative of peace in Hiroshima.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What was the purpose of the annual Peace Festival in Hiroshima?
To console the spirits of those killed by the atomic bomb and pray for lasting world peace.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
How did the perspectives on the bombing of Hiroshima differ between Americans and Japanese survivors?
Americans had a distant, scientific gaze, while Japanese narratives showed a close-up perspective.
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Tange Kenzo's Architectural Contributions
What was the vision behind Tange Kenzo's proposal for Hiroshima?
To reimagine Hiroshima as a symbol of eternal peace.
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Visual Representations of Hiroshima's Destruction
What is depicted in Figure 1 of Hein's work?
A view of the A-Bomb Dome and Hiroshima City from Orizuru tower.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What themes are emphasized in the third and fourth documents compiled by Ishimaru?
Victory of human wisdom, public opinion, and hope (trust) in humankind.
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Post-War Reconstruction of Hiroshima
What was the goal of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial City Construction Law?
To increase funds for rebuilding the city and establish a Peace Park.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
Who are the various actors that propose narratives of resilience in the context of Hiroshima?
Architects, filmmakers, historians, politicians, and planners.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What is the title of the article by C. Hein?
Scales and Perspectives of Resilience: The Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima and Tange’s Peace Memorial.
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Visual Representations of Hiroshima's Destruction
What do the photographs of Nagasaki taken by Yamahata Yosuke provide insights into?
They hint at the destruction that occurred in Hiroshima several days earlier.
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Critical Resilience and Agency in Urban Planning
What approach to resilience does Lawrence Vale introduce?
Critical resilience, focusing on power and politics in disaster moments.
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Critical Resilience and Agency in Urban Planning
What does Vale invite scholars to consider regarding resilience?
The role of agency and grassroots pressures in resilience narratives.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What historical event prompted a global reaction leading to memorialization in Hiroshima?
The atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
How does the preservation of buildings in Hiroshima differ from practices in many European cities?
In Japan, preserving buildings that survived the bombing was not a standard practice, unlike in many European cities where ruins are preserved as reminders of war.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
What happened to most of the footage collected by Japanese teams?
It was confiscated by American occupation forces.
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Visual Representations of Hiroshima's Destruction
What does the photo of the destruction around the T-shaped Aioi bridge represent?
An unwavering testimony to the realities of that time.
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Visual Representations of Hiroshima's Destruction
What unique feature does the museum's interior include?
A glowing, blinking Bohr model of the atom made of neon-light tubing and a mirrored disco-ball nucleus.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
What was the initial event that marked the beginning of horrific experiences for the inhabitants of Hiroshima?
The explosion that created the mushroom cloud.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What transformation has the museum in Hiroshima undergone?
It has become an established site of education in a vital city, rather than just a raw structure of remembrance.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What historical event does the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park commemorate?
The atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What role does education play in the context of the Hiroshima museum?
It serves as a vital component in the city's resilience and remembrance efforts.
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Concept of Resilience in Urban Studies
What does the feedback loop in resilience narratives involve?
It involves the interplay between urban form, community experiences, and the ongoing construction of resilience stories.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What is the significance of the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall?
It serves as a reminder of the horrors of war and offers opportunities for educating and memorializing.
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Tange Kenzo's Architectural Contributions
What changes were made to the appearance of the Peace Memorial Museum during renovations?
Expensive stone cladding was added to the concrete walls, diminishing its modernist character but reflecting Japan's economic growth.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What is located in the background of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park?
The Memorial Cenotaph and the viewing platform of the Orizuru tower.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What does the A-Bomb Dome represent in the context of the film?
It physically encompasses the epicenter of the bomb's blast and preserves the original remains of the ruins.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
What was the fate of images depicting the destruction in Hiroshima during the American occupation?
They were largely censored and became publicly available only decades later.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
What do the resilience narratives associated with war memorial sites reflect?
They reflect the resilience of local people, a nation, and global citizenship.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What is the significance of iconic architecture in resilience narratives?
Iconic architecture plays a critical role in constructing local and national resilience narratives, reinforcing community identity.
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Critical Resilience and Agency in Urban Planning
What is 'counter-productive resilience' in post-disaster settings?
When traditional patterns resist urban redesign, hindering effective recovery and adaptation.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What is the focus of the article by Hein?
The resilience perspectives related to the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
How did American narratives of Hiroshima's destruction differ from Japanese narratives?
American narratives often abstracted the destruction, focusing on scientific precision, while Japanese narratives included human suffering and resilience.
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Peace Memorial Park and Museum as Symbols
What role does the Peace Memorial Park play in Hiroshima?
It serves as a backdrop for yearly peace celebrations and a reminder of the horrors of war and urban resilience against atomic threats.
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Narratives of Resilience by Various Actors
What does the film juxtapose in its narrative?
Multiple narratives of resilience corresponding to various experiences and interpretations of the atomic bomb and its aftermath.
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Concept of Resilience in Urban Studies
How is resilience defined in urban studies?
As the ability of a community or city to recover quickly from natural disasters or man-made destruction.
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Critical Resilience and Agency in Urban Planning
What is 'negative resilience' as described by Diane E. Davis?
A form of resilience where citizens adapt to urban violence, allowing a bad system to continue functioning.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What did Yamahata Yosuke emphasize about the importance of photographs in 1952?
He noted that human memory tends to fade over time, making photographs crucial for recalling the past.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
What contrast is highlighted regarding the images of suffering from Hiroshima?
The absence of images of suffering starkly contrasts with the widely circulated pictures of the atomic cloud.
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Tange Kenzo's Architectural Contributions
What architectural styles are reflected in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum?
Modernist architectural design features and traditional Japanese architectural forms.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
What role did aerial reconnaissance play in the American bombing of Hiroshima?
It helped in selecting targets and measuring the bomb's effects.
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Post-War Reconstruction of Hiroshima
What was the significance of the competition brief launched by the city government for rebuilding Hiroshima?
It aimed to create a symbol of lasting peace and a place for recreation for all people.
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Post-War Reconstruction of Hiroshima
What was the role of the American occupying forces in the rebuilding of Hiroshima?
They had to agree to the reconstruction concept and provide funding.
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Visual Representations of Hiroshima's Destruction
How does the Orizuru tower provide a perspective on Hiroshima's resilience?
It offers a vantage point to view the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, highlighting the narrative of urban resilience.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
How does the concept of resilience function as a discourse?
Some resilience narratives emerge from ordinary people, while others are constructed by media and politicians for specific audiences.
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Critical Resilience and Agency in Urban Planning
What role do discursive and critical narratives play in urban resilience?
They raise questions about the representation and understanding of resilience in the context of rebuilding.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What does the nomination of the A-Bomb Dome as a UNESCO world heritage site signify?
It underscores the United Nations' desire for world peace and the elimination of nuclear weapons, reflecting the resilience narrative initiated by Hiroshima.
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Cultural and Historical Memory in Urban Resilience
What type of license is the article distributed under?
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC-BY 4.0).
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Concept of Resilience in Urban Studies
How does Japan's practice of resilience differ from building to withstand disasters?
Japan focuses on rapid reconstruction rather than creating structures to resist future disasters.
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Impact of Media on Resilience Narratives
What was the American perspective on the atomic bombing of Hiroshima?
It was constructed to retain support for the bombing, often abstracting the human impact.
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Critical Resilience and Agency in Urban Planning
What is currently happening with the exhibition in the Peace Memorial Museum?
The exhibition is closed and will be redesigned to potentially incorporate new perspectives on the narrative of resilience.
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Peace Memorial Park and Museum as Symbols
What is the significance of Tange Kenzo's Peace Memorial Park and Museum?
It serves as a focal point for narratives of resilience related to Hiroshima's destruction and rebuilding.
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Tange Kenzo's Architectural Contributions
How did Tange Kenzo's original architectural plan for the Peace Memorial Museum differ from the final construction?
The original plan included walkways connecting buildings, which were not fully realized due to time and financial constraints, but were later completed under Tange's leadership.
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Visual Representations of Hiroshima's Destruction
What does the view from Orizuru Tower symbolize in relation to Hiroshima's history?
It offers an elevated perspective of the city, contrasting with the view from which the atomic bomb was dropped, highlighting the transformation post-destruction.
