History and identity in Northern Ireland: An exploratory investigation of the role of historical commemorations in contexts of intergroup conflict.

摘要: This research used a social psychological perspective to explore the role of historical commemoration in contexts intergroup conflict. A theoretical position was developed that indicated sociopolitical and functions at group individual levels analysis. It also claimed can serve reduce cohesion if manner which is conducted perceived clash with important shared values. Empirical using postal survey focused upon Orange parades Northern Ireland. At level analysis, Catholic respondents evaluated commemorations more negatively than Protestant did. intragroup who had participated were likely evaluate positively, oppose change, regard history as being foundation their sense identity, comparison Protestants chose not participate t...