The politics of the history of the Holocaust in Poland since the end of the Second World War

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Authors: Gawlas-Zajączkowska, Agnieszka
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Abstract

This article summarizes important political events in Poland from the end of the Second World War to the present day, which have influenced the shaping of historical policy on the history of the Holocaust. Particular attention is given to the impact of the communist period in Poland on contemporary perceptions of Holocaust history and the attitudes of Poles toward Jews during the war.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Polish-Jewish Holocaust Memory Studies Memory Trauma and Commemoration Historical Geopolitical and Social Dynamics

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Journal / source
Jagiellonian University Repository (Jagiellonian University)
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter