Memory of Nations Archive

Thousands of personal stories bring key events of the 20th century to life. Most come from former Czechoslovakia, with others documenting experiences across Europe and around the world. Audio and video recordings are complemented by photographs, documents, and other materials. Explore one of Europe’s largest oral history collections and discover modern history through the stories of those who lived it.

Memory of Nations AI Assistant
Explore thousands of personal stories

Discover a new way to explore the Memory of Nations Archive. Ask about the topics, events, places, or experiences that interest you. The AI Assistant searches transcripts from more than 30,000 hours of recorded interviews and finds relevant stories from across the archive. You don’t need to know a person’s name or where to look. Simply ask a question in your own words.

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If you know their name, use the standard search to find them in the archive. Enter their name in the search field or browse the list alphabetically. To explore stories related to a particular topic, place, or event, try the AI Assistant.

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