Hungary: The Trap of Loyalty: Antisemitism on the Eve of the Holocaust (original) (raw)

This paper explores the evolution of antisemitism in Hungary leading up to the Holocaust, arguing that modern antisemitic ideologies have deep historical roots within Hungarian society, particularly from the late 19th century. It examines the impact of the numerus clausus law and the shift in Jewish communities post-World War I, highlighting how the political climate under the Horthy regime fostered an environment of discrimination and ultimately set the stage for the genocide of Jews in Hungary, contrary to the mainstream narrative that positions the Holocaust solely as a result of German occupation.