Polish-Jewish relations in Chełm in the 20th century (original) (raw)

The research paper examines the complex and troubled Polish-Jewish relations in Chełm during the 20th century, focusing particularly on the prevalence of anti-Semitism in the Second Polish Republic and the catastrophic impact of the Holocaust. It discusses the role of local media in promoting anti-Jewish sentiment, the systematic appropriation of Jewish properties during World War II, and the responses of the non-Jewish population towards the persecution of Jews. The work highlights significant historical events, such as the ghettoization of the Jewish community and Operation Reinhardt, elucidating the social dynamics and moral complexities faced by inhabitants of Chełm during this tumultuous period.