Haličští uprchlíci na Domažlicku a Horšovskotýnsku v době první světové války
Halician refugees in the Domažlice and Horšovský Týn region during the First World War

Author(s): Radka Kinkorová
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Ethnohistory, Pre-WW I & WW I (1900 -1919), Migration Studies, Asylum, Refugees, Migration as Policy-fields
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Galician refugees; World War I; Domažlice; Horšovský Týn; migration; local response;
Summary/Abstract: The arrival of Galician refugees in the Domažlice and Horšovský Týn regions during World War I highlights the complex dynamics of migration and local response. Thousands of predominantly Jewish refugees fled the advancing Eastern Front, with many finding temporary shelter in various towns and villages. The local authorities and communities initially welcomed the refugees, providing food, clothing, and shelter, but as the war progressed, resources dwindled, and tensions rose. The refugees' different cultural and hygienic practices sometimes clashed with local norms, leading to mixed reactions from the residents. Despite these challenges, efforts were made to integrate the refugees, including setting up schools for their children and organizing employment opportunities. The study underscores the importance of understanding historical migration patterns and the social dynamics involved, offering valuable insights into the human capacity for both compassion and prejudice during times of crisis.

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