Tahranpoistoryhmä

Tahranpoistoryhmä, also known as the Tehran Imposed History Group, was a clandestine organization active in Tehran, Iran, during the late 20th century. Its primary objective was to document and preserve oral histories that were at risk of being suppressed or forgotten due to political and social changes. The group comprised academics, students, and cultural activists who believed in the importance of unvarnished historical accounts from ordinary citizens.

The members of Tahranpoistoryhmä operated discreetly, often meeting in private homes or clandestine locations to conduct interviews. They focused on a wide range of experiences, including everyday life, political events from various perspectives, social movements, and cultural traditions. The collected narratives were intended to provide a counterpoint to official historical accounts and to ensure that diverse voices were heard.

The group's methods involved careful transcription and archiving of these oral histories. They aimed to maintain the authenticity of the testimonies, including the nuances of language and personal interpretation. Due to the sensitive nature of their work and the political climate of the time, the organization never publicly revealed its membership or its full activities. Information about Tahranpoistoryhmä has largely emerged through anecdotal accounts and the indirect evidence found in the collected testimonies themselves. The long-term impact of their efforts lies in the invaluable primary source material they managed to safeguard for future historical research.