TY - BOOK AU - Bielawski,Krzysztof AU - Bialy,Richard AU - Bielawski,Krzysztof TI - The Destruction of Jewish Cemeteries in Poland T2 - Polish Studies SN - 9798887195704 AV - DS134.55 .B5413 2024 U1 - 943.8/004924 23/eng/20241107 PY - 2024///] CY - Boston, MA PB - Academic Studies Press KW - Cemeteries KW - Desecration KW - Poland KW - History KW - Jewish cemeteries KW - 20th century KW - 21st century KW - World War, 1939-1945 KW - Destruction and pillage KW - HISTORY / Europe / Poland KW - bisacsh KW - Antisemitism KW - Holocaust KW - Jewish Cemeteries in Poland KW - Jewish Cemeteries KW - Jewish Cemetery Destruction KW - Jews and Communism KW - Jews in Poland KW - Nazis KW - Shoah KW - World War II N1 - Frontmatter --; Table of Contents --; Foreword --; Acknowledgments --; Abbreviations --; Chapter 1 Introduction --; Chapter 2 The Destruction of Jewish Cemeteries --; Chapter 3 Jewish Cemeteries in Poland before 1939 --; Chapter 4 The Destruction of Jewish Cemeteries in the Territory of Current-Day Poland, 1933-1945 --; 4.1. Cemeteries during the Third Reich --; 4.2. Destruction, Desecration, and Administration of Property in Areas Conquered by the Third Reich --; 4.3. Destruction as a Result of Military Operations --; 4.4. Participation by Local Populations in the Destruction of Cemeteries, 1939–1945 --; Chapter 5 The Destruction of Cemeteries after 1945 --; 5.1. The Role of the Polish State as Legislator --; 5.2. Practical Actions by the State Related to the Destruction of Cemeteries --; 5.3. State Policy regarding Jewish Cemeteries after 1989 --; 5.4. Participation of the Local Population in the Destruction of Cemeteries after 1945 --; 5.5. Archeological Operations in Jewish Cemeteries --; Chapter 6 Destruction of Cemeteries as Perceived by the Jews --; Chapter 7 Reactions of Poles to the Destruction of Cemeteries --; Chapter 8 Jewish Initiatives to Protect Cemeteries --; Summary --; Sources --; Index of Towns --; Index of Names; restricted access N2 - The Destruction of Jewish Cemeteries in Poland offers a comprehensive examination of the history of Jewish cemeteries in Poland, shedding light on an overlooked aspect of Holocaust history. Beginning with the settlement of Jewish communities in Poland, the book covers the establishment and subsequent destruction of over 1,200 Jewish cemeteries within the country's present borders. Krzysztof Bielawski draws on meticulous research and firsthand experience to explore the complex dynamics behind the destruction, exposing the roles played by various actors. Through a detailed analysis of texts, iconographic sources, and archival materials, the book not only documents the destruction but also seeks to identify the perpetrators, challenging common misconceptions and offering a nuanced perspective on this dark chapter in history.You may support the Foundation for the Preservation of Jewish Heritage, where the author works, at www.fodz.pl UR - https://doi.org/10.1515/9798887195704 UR - https://www.degruyter.com/isbn/9798887195704 UR - https://www.degruyter.com/document/cover/isbn/9798887195704/original ER -