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"Domesticating" the Scientific-Technological Revolution in Czechoslovakia: Inovation in the Czech Kitchen and Alimentation in the 1950s and 1960s
Tomsová, Julie ; Pullmann, Michal (advisor) ; Franc, Martin (referee)
The aim of the thesis is the analysis of "domestication" of the scientific-technical revolution and the most important alimentary behavior of Czech society in the 1950' and 1960' of the 20th century. In the thesis is this process interpreted in the context of the change of the regime and of the ideological patterns in the mid- 1950', which should help to overcome the difficulties of the Stalinist utopianism - increased emphasis on quality of lifestyle, housing development, architecture and design, modernization of kitchen equipment and the transformation of ideas about desirable social standards and their importance to legitimize post-Stalinist organization. More specifically, in the context of "domestication" of the scientific-technical revolution, I deal with topics such as the rationalization and mechanization of houseworks, emphasis on hygiene and nutrition, quality of food storage and preparation, the transformation of food composition, the "discovery" of vitamins and enzymes, minerals and etc., haunches on consumerism, developing doctrines of household management, image of woman and her place in the household and other topics. The present work examines not only the structural changes that have occurred, but their ideological aspects - especially the place where the promise of a better life...
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Establishment of housing estate in Rychnov nad Kněžnou in the 70s of the 20th century
Kafuňková, Lenka ; Franc, Martin (advisor) ; Schindler-Wisten, Petra (referee)
This thesis deals with the construction of housing estate in Rychnov nad Kněžnou in the 70s of the 20th century. The construction of Travnik I and Travnik II, required, along with the new traffic rerouting, a rather massive reconstruction of old buildings. This thesis tries to část light among these reconstructions, explains their reasons, and describes the construction of new housing in the district town of the Eagle mountains. The thesis is based mainly on archival materials, contemporary periodicals, and interviews with witnesses of these events. This thesis i thus a compilation of the historical data, and the opinions of ordinary people which had to leave their homes to make place for the new housing estate.
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In the shadow of the Vír's reservoir. Disappearance of villages Chudobín and Korouhvice.
Kratochvílová, Petra ; Vaněk, Miroslav (advisor) ; Franc, Martin (referee)
This master's thesis is about disposal of municipals Chudobín and Korouhvice, which ceased to exist in due to the construction Vír reservoir. While Chudobín brought the waterworks building complete extinction, for Korouhvice this reservoir construction wasn't so totally destructive - above the flood plain territory of the waterworks were built five new houses which were inhabited by indigenous people. The construction, which was built on the river Svratka in the 50's has very deep impact on human destinies and become one of the basic and essential element in that region. This thesis explores the historical development and character of both the flooded villages, river Svratka itself and even the idea of the construction and the actual implementation of that waterwork. A separate part of this thesis consists of the liquidation process itself, from its own preparations through depriving or buyout to search for new housing. The final part is about the development after finishing works on the reservoir - the new Korouhvice, life near the dam and restrictions imposed by the protection zone around the reservoir flow. KEYWORDS Svratka, Vír's dam, Chudobín, Korouhvice, liquidation, oral history.
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Models in the Era of Socialism
Pravda, Jiří ; Franc, Martin (advisor) ; Schindler-Wisten, Petra (referee)
This diploma thesis deals with profession of mannequin in Czechoslovak. Focus is on the 1960s and 1970s of the 20th century. The diploma thesis focuses on questions, how the woman in Czechoslovakia could become a mannequin, how mannequins were perceived by ordinary people, what position in the world of work they had and what benefits mannequins had from their professions (e.g. benefits in the opportunity of travel, the opportunity to participate in an international exhibitions, filming etc.). The diploma thesis also focuses on the image of mannequins in contemporary media, especially in a feature film. In the diploma thesis there is not neglected contemporary fashion as well with focusing for example on artificial fabric or fashion that was seen in common shops and on the streets. The supporting structure of the thesis consists of interviews with mannequins of the socialist era, but one of the narrators is also a fashion designer Zdeňka Bauerová.
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Travel industry and travelling in the 70s and 80s of the 20th century from the perspective of Czechoslovak citizens
Fürstová, Dana ; Mücke, Pavel (advisor) ; Franc, Martin (referee)
The Master's thesis focuses on the phenomenon of travel from the perspective of Czechoslovak citizens who travelled to destinations offered by travel agencies, trade unions or their employers from the 1970s to 17th November 1989. The time span is defined by the memory of the living narrators, who can refer to their travel in adulthood. The economic and social situation is addressed in the first part of the thesis, followed by issues related to tourism. The main part consists of interpretation of biographical narratives focused on the phenomenon of travel. Synthesis of biographical exploration and acquired data can result in a personal as well as historic view of the travel phenomenon within the defined time span. Findings about travelling and travel industry are summarized at the end of this master's thesis with regard to the present. Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org)
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Mototechna: the issue of (in)sufficiency - a case study
Jouza, Lukáš ; Vaněk, Miroslav (advisor) ; Franc, Martin (referee)
The main objective of this thesis is to capture the complexity of the issue of insufficiency of automobiles and their spare parts in Czechoslovakia between years 1948 - 1989, with emphasis on the period of so called normalization (70s and 80s). "Framework" of this study is constituted by national company Mototechna - in that time almost monopoly seller of automobiles and spare parts, whose history and structure is an important part of this study and is therefore depicted in detail. Description of the development of motoring and car sales systems from the very first years following after the Second World War with a slight overlap to the 90s is also a pivotal content of this thesis. Chapters dedicated to grey economy and perception of automobile as an "object" from the "people's point of view" (in the researched period) are also constituent parts of this study, as they relate to the main topic very closely. Presented study is a result of research, which utilized method of oral history as well as contemporary written materials and present-day available literature. Oral history interviews were conducted with seven former Mototechna employees and three Mototechna "customers" - owners of automobile from the public. Key words Mototechna, motoring, automobile, spare parts (aftermarket), insufficiency,...
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The amateur theatrical societies in the West Bohemian borderlands - The theatre in Hostoun, in Pobezovice in years 1947 - 1990
Lešková, Eva ; Franc, Martin (advisor) ; Houda, Přemysl (referee)
This diploma thesis is on the history of amateur theatre societies in the West Bohemian border area, focusing on two companies, the Hostouň company and the Poběžovice company. With respect to the fact that these theatre companies were most popular with the audience during the period before the revolution in 1989, I will focus on their theatre activities between 1947 and 1990 in my thesis. Amateur theatre has always been a Czech cultural phenomenon and was always considered an effective means of creating positive relations within a community. At the same time many theatre performances reflect the historic situation and provide its unique generational interpretation. To explain the overall situation concerning amateur theatre in socialist Czechoslovakia, I endeavour to describe the theatre environment during the post-war period in the third chapter. The methodology of work is based on specialist literature, archive records and chiefly on conversations based on the oral history methods. On the basis of oral historic research I also endeavour to elaborate on topics, which undoubtedly belong to amateur theatre. These topics include characterisation of an amateur actor or director, motivation for performing theatre, amateur theatre shows, expert juries, dramaturgy, stage design and others. The purpose of...
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"Pukl, hyjta ha muzika" or else personal memories of Chod Folklor group members not only on ethnographic festival Chod Celebrations
Batková, Žaneta ; Krátká, Lenka (advisor) ; Franc, Martin (referee)
The objective of this Master's thesis is to reflect personal memories of the folklore group members on ethnographic Chod festivals, which circle around the period from the fifties till the present day. As well as putting the emphasis on comparison between the memories made before and after 1989, I also focus on the component spheres of interpretation, such as topics about traveling of the Chod folklore groups before the year of 1989 or about music careers of each of the narrators. Furthermore, I observe the changes in political situations and its potential influence on Chod Festivals and its organization and the relationship of local folk groups. The primary sources of this thesis consist of interviews conducted by oral history method with former and current members of local folk groups. The text also derives from archived materials, period press and memoir literature. During the reflection on ethnographic festival the text observes not only historical and political aspect, but the musical and social aspect as well. The biggest contribution of the thesis is therefore the presentation of the topic from different points of view. Key words: Chod Festival, Folklore, bag pipers music, communism, traveling, Oral history.
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Environment and Living Conditions of People with Learning Disabilities in 1969-1992
Zdráhalová, Lucie ; Franc, Martin (advisor) ; Schindler-Wisten, Petra (referee)
The thesis tries to contribute to spread the consciousness about the people who had learning disabilities and who lived during the normalization. In our contemporary history this group was marginalized. The aim of this thesis is to try if and how the environment and living conditions of these people in the institutional care changed during the years 1969 - 1992. The research was realised by the oral history and worked with five testimonies of women who live in different parts of the Czech Republic and who worked with people with learning disabilities before 1989 and also in the nineties. The other sources which I used were publications devoted to special education. These publications contain the short process of evolution of care of people with learning disabilities. I used the publications which were published during the years 1969 - 1992 and also those which were published after 1989. The basic area of topics in the thesis includes the daily routine in the institutional care, the education (institutional and also non-institutional), employment, financial matters and the leisure time of people with learning disabilities. The others are: the view of the majority society to these people and how the special teachers were educated. The final chapter reflects the changes occurred after November 1989....
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The Socialist Bar and Bartender Phenomenon
Kreuzerová, Barbora ; Houda, Přemysl (advisor) ; Franc, Martin (referee)
This dissertation deals with the profession of bartender between years 1958 and 1988 in socialist Czechoslovakia. It describes the development of mixology after the WW2 and difficulties it was facing in the socialist period up to late Eighties. Through interviews with contemporary witnesses, the author examines bad habits, shortcomings and abuses of the system behind the bar. Attention is paid to the availability and shortages of different kinds of alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks. The author also looks at bartenders as illicit moneychangers. The work analyses regulatory laws valid at this period and offers compact description of the most interesting and popular bars in Prague at that time.
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