Nicht mehr als eine ferne Bekannte? Die koloniale Funktion der Speicherstadt (1880-2017)

Hamburg's Speicherstadt played a pivotal role in colonial globalisation from 1880 to 2017. This study reveals its deep colonial function as a hub for trade with colonial powers and goods, including human cargo, while also serving as a site of post-colonial memory. Through an analysis of institutions like the Hafen and Handelskammer, corporate entities such as the Woermann-Konzern, and cultural landmarks like the MARKK museum and Tierpark Hagenbeck, the research uncovers Hamburg's entangled history with colonialism. Biographical sketches further illustrate the impact of colonialism on the city and vice versa. The study employs a multi-faceted approach, combining archival research, spatial analysis, and historical narrative to shed light on this complex legacy.

Wagner, F. (2021). Nicht mehr als eine ferne Bekannte? Die koloniale Funktion der Speicherstadt (1880-2017). Hamburg: Tor Zur Kolonialen Welt, 489–502. https://doi.org/10.5771/9783835347342-489