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The work In Memoriam. In Memory of the Heroes Who Fell at the Nistru (1992) was developed within the Center for Culture and Military History and published under the auspices of the Government of the Republic of Moldova, the Bureau for Reintegration, and the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Moldova. Authors: Gheorghe Bălan, Vitalie Ciobanu, Gheorghe Cojocaru.

This work provides a retrospective of the events that led to the outbreak of the war on the Nistru, accompanied by photographs of the heroes who lost their lives in the battles to defend the independence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova.

On March 2, 1992, the political conflict in the Nistru region escalated into a true fratricidal war. Under the fabricated pretext of "defending Russia's southern borders," political adventurers from the former Soviet metropolis encouraged Transnistrian separatism by arming secessionist paramilitary groups. At the same time, thousands of mercenary Cossacks and prisoners released early from jails, along with tanks and missiles, were sent against Independent Moldova, in a desperate attempt to revive the fallen empire.

Russia's undeclared war against the Republic of Moldova left behind hundreds of dead and wounded, shattered families, and villages in ruins. More than 50,000 peaceful residents from the conflict zone were forced to flee their homes, seeking refuge from the horrors of war.

For the sake of freedom and the future, Moldova's defenders faced death, enduring the hardships and humiliations of war.

During the Nistru war, 198 soldiers of the National Army and 89 personnel from the Ministry of Internal Affairs lost their lives, while 40 combatants went missing without a trace, and nearly 300 were left disabled.

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„Show Me Your Pain Vol. III”

October 21 - November 8, 2024

The National Museum of History of Moldova, in partnership with the Society for the Study and Management of Pain in Moldova, is excited to announce the event "Show Me Your Pain Vol. III" on October 21, 2024, at 1:00 PM in the museum's ground floor hall.

The Event "Show Me Your Pain Vol. III" innovatively combines art and medical science to raise awareness about the importance of communication in healthcare, particularly in pain management. This event marks the third edition of the "Show Me Your Pain" series, which debuted at a medical seminar in March 2024 in Salzburg, Austria, attracting an international audience of healthcare practitioners and communication specialists.

This exhibition will expand on the original concept by integrating new elements based on feedback and outcomes from the Salzburg event, organized in collaboration with Art Forum Salzburg. The showcased artworks will include paintings that reflect the subjective pain experiences of volunteers, accompanied by data collected through a standardized questionnaire. Sensory descriptors such as smell, taste, touch, and sound will be used to provide a nuanced description of the pain felt, offering visitors an immersive experience. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the paintings, taste what volunteers have associated with pain, smell corresponding aromas, and listen to sounds related to the pain experiences of the volunteers.

Additionally, "Show Me Your Pain Vol. III" in Moldova will feature interactive sessions where visitors can engage directly with the artists and participants who contributed to the displayed creations. These sessions will encourage the exchange of experiences and reflections on how we perceive and express pain, both individually and collectively. Experts in pain management, psychologists, and communication specialists will also lead discussions on topics such as the influence of cultural and social factors on pain perception, gender differences in the manifestation and treatment of pain, and the importance of personalized treatment to improve patients' quality of life.

The event aims to create a space for learning and exploration, where science and art converge to provide a deeper understanding of pain and its impact on daily life. The public is invited to participate actively, share their own perspectives, and contribute to an open and honest conversation about this often-overlooked health issue.

Through this unique combination of art, technology, and science, we hope to open new avenues of communication and understanding for both medical professionals and the general public, providing an innovative and inclusive framework in which pain experiences are transformed into art.

The exhibition will be open for viewing until November 8, 2024