Memoria historíca, paz y no repetición: el caso de hiroshima y nagasaki como referentes para el derecho internacional.

Abstract

This thesis aims to analyze how the historical memory of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki has become a fundamental reference for the construction of peace, justice, and guarantees of non-repetition within International Law. From a descriptive approach, it explores how Japan transformed one of humanity’s greatest tragedies into a symbol of resilience, moral reconstruction, and commitment to world peace. Through direct observation of commemorative spaces during an academic mobility program, it was evident that memory not only preserves past events but also guides ethical and legal actions toward respect for life and human dignity. The document examines the legal, social, and cultural repercussions of the atomic bombings, emphasizing their influence on the consolidation of International Humanitarian Law and the adoption of instruments such as the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. Likewise, it presents a comparative reflection with the Colombian context regarding memory, peace, and non-repetition processes developed after the internal armed conflict. In this way, it demonstrates that the memory of Hiroshima and Nagasaki transcends borders and constitutes a universal ethical reference capable of inspiring reconciliation, reparation, and justice policies in any society marked by violence.