VOICED : Albanians turn spotlight on sites of dark communist past

The video explores the history of Spatch Prison, a former labor camp in Albania, and the harsh conditions faced by political prisoners under the communist regime. It highlights the story of Samir Maliku, who was imprisoned for alleged espionage, and his efforts to turn Spatch into a museum. The video also discusses the House of Leaves, a museum dedicated to Albania's surveillance history, and the unrepentant views of a former spy chief. As Albania's attitudes shift, these museums aim to illuminate the country's past and its painful memories.

What were the living conditions like for the political prisoners in the labor camp?

What crimes were prisoners accused of that led to their imprisonment?

What does Samir Maliku advocate for regarding the site of the labor camp?

How did the former spy chief justify his actions during the totalitarian regime?

What role do museums play in addressing Albania's past according to the text?