This essay explores the path towards a site of memory to critically remember and reflect on German colonialism in two cities, Hamburg — the Brandenburg harbour of the transatlantic slave trade —, and Berlin — the capital of colonial rule.
Breaking the Bronze Ceiling uncovers a glaring omission in our global memorial landscape—the conspicuous absence of women. Exploring this neglected narrative, the book emerges as the foremost guide to women's memorialization across diverse cultures and ages. As global memorials come under intense examination, with metropolises vying for a more inclusive recognition of female contributions, this book stands at the forefront of contemporary discussion.
