Funerary Memorials to Victims of the Dictatorships in Spain and Chile: Sites of Memory, Mobilization and Revindication in Cemeteries

Abstract: This study examines funerary memorials in Spain and Chile dedicated to victims of political repression, analyzing their roles as sites of memory. These memorials in cemeteries serve as spaces of mourning, solidarity and resistance, highlighting ongoing demands for truth and justice. The research identifies critical similarities and differences shaped by distinct historical and cultural contexts and investigates how these sites negotiate political, national and religious narratives. Through qualitative analysis of six case studies, this research underscores the vital role of funerary memorials in the broader discourse on memory, transitional justice and human rights.