TED: Everyday objects, tragic histories | Ziyah Gafić

The video discusses the personal items carried by victims of the Bosnian genocide, highlighting their significance in identifying the deceased. It provides historical context on the Bosnian conflict and the systematic nature of genocide, emphasizing its impact on identity and culture. The process of forensic identification using these items is explained, along with the challenges faced by survivors. The speaker shares their initiative to photograph these items, creating a visual archive to aid in identification and serve as a permanent reminder of the victims' existence.

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