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Interactive maps and data visualizations serve as tools for exploring the intricate history of Jewish migration from the Middle East and North Africa to Italy in the latter half of the twentieth century. This approach allows the tracing of migration routes, the representation of diverse community histories, and individual experiences. The use of digital humanitiesto integrate data extracted from archival documents, personal narratives, and geographical data facilitates a deeper understanding of the cultural, social, and political forces that shaped this unique history of migration and resettlement.

The digital map illustrates the migratory flows of Jews from the Middle East and North Africa to Milan, tracing their journeys across both space and time. It highlights intermediate stops prior to their arrival in Italy, offering valuable context that explains the reasons behind their departures from their home countries. By combining geographical data with personal narratives, this interactive tool provides a deeper insight into the challenges and aspirations that shaped these migrations.

Reshaping Jewish Milan

The digital visualization explores how Jewish life in Milan transformed following the arrival of migrants from North Africa and the Middle East, highlighting key areas of urban and cultural change and tracing the development of new Jewish neighborhoods, synagogues, and community spaces.

Remembering Jewish Tripoli

By integrating the voices of former members of the Libyan Jewish community with visual sources and spatial data, this digital map creates an immersive experience that illuminates the rich cultural heritage of Jewish life in Tripoli. Users can navigate through key locations and stories, directly listening to personal memories associated with these sites, thereby gaining valuable insights into the vibrant community that once thrived in Libya.

The emotional landscape on the way to Italy

By combining personal testimonies with historical data, this digital visualization provides a poignant look at the emotional landscape experienced by Jews who were forced to leave their homelands in North Africa and the Middle East that accompanied them on their journeys to Italy.