Julie Fedor

In this engaging discussion, Julie Fedor, a Senior Lecturer in Modern European History at the University of Melbourne, delves into how the Russian state manipulates history to mold national identity during conflicts. She examines the distortion of WWII narratives to justify actions in Ukraine and highlights the role of soldiers' mothers advocating for their children amid state repression. The conversation touches on the societal impact of military losses and the potential for counter-narratives to emerge as the regime struggles to maintain control.