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Memory of the Holocaust

Research Studies

Yad Vashem’s research and reference books open a window onto the world of the Holocaust from multiple perspectives. They are based on original sources—letters, testimonies, and extensive archival documentation—and offer studies that delve both into significant events that took place during the Holocaust and into broader contextual frameworks. Each book is carefully crafted by expert teams, combining knowledge, experience, and memory.

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Holocaust Research 

Yad Vashem Studies

"Yad Vashem – Studies" is a biannual scholarly journal dedicated to in-depth, multifaceted exploration of Holocaust research. Since its founding in 1957, it has published innovative work by leading scholars from Israel and around the world. The Holocaust continues to challenge our understanding of modern civilization and captivates scholars, educators, and the public. Yad Vashem – Studies remains committed to advancing research and reflection on this profound rupture in Jewish and human history.

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Educational Books & Kits

Yad Vashem’s educational kits were created to provide teachers and students with practical and sensitive tools for meaningful learning about the Holocaust. They combine original sources, personal testimonies, photographs, and age-appropriate activities, encouraging critical thinking, empathy, and values-based discussion. Their goal is to bring learners closer to the human stories behind history and to help the younger generation understand, remember, and continue to carry the memory forward.

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By Jan Grabowski

On Duty

The Role of the Polish Blue and Criminal Police in the Holocaust

Shortly after the occupation of Poland in the fall of 1939, the Germans created the Blue Police, consisting mainly of prewar Polish police officers. Within a short time, this police force was responsible for enforcing many anti-Jewish regulations issued by the Nazis. Who were these policemen, and how did they transform from ordinary policemen to murderous executioners? And what was the role of the Germans in this horrifying picture?

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