Learning to be Cuban: An Anthropological study of national identity through the use of symbols and collective memory

Abstract

"The influence of symbols and collective memory on the construction of the national identity among Cuban students. The collective memory is an important memory the majority of members of a nation share. National symbols are another contributor to the construction of a national identity. The flag, the anthem and national heroes can all be considered national symbols. As said earlier, national identity is something that has to be learned, it is not something you are born with. National symbols, as well as collective memory help with the construction of a national identity."