From 11 to 13 March 2025, Krakow hosted the Annual Congress of the Liberation Route Europe (LRE) took place. The event brought together experts, historians and members from all over Europe to discuss current projects and future developments in the field of remembrance culture.
The members' seminar kicked off on Tuesday at 9.00 a.m., in which, among other things, the project "History trail of war events in 1945 in the Oder - Warta region" was presented.
The participants then deepened their knowledge in various workshops that focussed on modern approaches to teaching history. The focus was on two central topics:
- Artificial intelligence as a tool for understanding the legacy of the Second World War
- Promoting sustainability in WWII tourism
The day was rounded off with a Conferenceat which high-calibre speakers provided insights into current challenges and projects in the culture of remembrance. A particular highlight was the presentation by the director of the Second World War Museum in Kiev (UA), who spoke about the importance of historical education in times of crisis.
The Expo followed on Wednesday, where participants were able to find out about various projects and initiatives. Flyers, brochures and other materials were exchanged, and there was the opportunity to hold meetings and establish new collaborations.
The LRE General Assembly in Krakow impressively demonstrated how modern technologies and sustainable concepts can help to keep the legacy of the Second World War alive and make it accessible for future generations
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