Jewish heritage in Poland today (in the former Prussian lands). Between Jews, Germans and Poles

Despite deliberate destruction during the Nazi era and subsequent neglect, traces of Jewish heritage persist in 50 towns within Poland's Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, a region largely overlooked by both contemporary inhabitants and visitors seeking their roots. This study identifies these hidden remnants through extensive field research and source queries, revealing a complex interplay between Jewish, German, and Polish histories that has only begun to be acknowledged since the 1990s. While surviving cemeteries and synagogues remain disused due to post-war emigration and historical hostility, their rediscovery offers potential for cultural reconciliation and heritage preservation in this often-neglected region.

Lewandowska, I. (2025). Jewish heritage in Poland today (in the former Prussian lands). Between Jews, Germans and Poles. Reality of Politics, 2025(No. 34(4)), 89–108. https://doi.org/10.15804/rop2025406