The Czech Republic: and the ‘Significant Others’ Throughout Time
The Czech Republic is a nation w h ere faraway history and religio n do no t play major key roles in the overall Czech identity . R ather , since 1918 , their main identity ha s been constructed by their constant fight with the ‘other s ’ , and the Czech language that ha s distinguished them . W hile the nation of Czech is not made up of historical memories and myths ; instead, the shared identity is more connected to the characteristics of a human population sharing historical territory with a common economy, legal rights, and duties for all members (Smith, 1991, p.43) . They s har e more patriotic view s , value constructive patriotism 1 , while still being loyal to the nation itself . Religion and Myths Holding no value to religion becomin...