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preservation, with a

strong emphasis on
truth-telling (26.4%)

and emotional
impact (26.7%). The

acknowledgment of

victims is central to
its narrative (19.1%),

while moral reflection (7%) and social responsibility (7.5%) are noted in some
reviews. Minimal attention is given to reconciliation (2.9%) and public dialogue

(0.3%). Historical context is discussed in moderate terms (3.2%), and criticism is rare

(1.2%). On the contrary, PVMWM reviews (Fig.2) highlight the museum’s focus on
national pride and military valor, with frequent mentions of patriotism (32.1%) and

heroism (29.6%). Calls for peace and reconciliation are minimal (4.9%), and critiques
of political bias are rare (3.1%). Expressions of grief and mourning for victims are

scarce (4.3% and 1.9%, respectively), with limited space for empathy. Neutral and
touristic comments (14.2%) reflect the museum's role as both a memorial and an

attraction, while aesthetic appreciation (4.9%) and minimal critiques (1.9%) are noted.

5. Discussion

The comparison between the USHMM and the PVMWM reveals how narrative

framing in museums can profoundly influence collective memory and shape processes
of transitional justice. The USHMM, through its emphasis on empathy, truth-telling,

and memory preservation, closely aligns with the core principles of transitional justice,

particularly truth-seeking, victim recognition, and fostering moral responsibility. Its
curation prioritizes detailed documentation of atrocities, survivor testimonies, and

historical artifacts, safeguarding historical truth and countering denialism and
revisionist narratives. More than a site of information dissemination, the USHMM

cultivates affective, transformative learning—a necessary foundation for a collective

imagination oriented toward a more just society. Although the museum’s emotional
and educational impacts are stronger than its mechanisms for direct victim recognition,

its effort to humanize victims rather than reduce them to abstract statistics reflects a
deep commitment to ethical remembrance. By fostering empathy across generational

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