Voják a politik JUDr. Bedřich Steiner (1913-1983)
Soldier and Politician JUDr. Bedřich Steiner (1913–1983)

Author(s): Karel Řeháček
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Museology & Heritage Studies, Recent History (1900 till today), Pre-WW I & WW I (1900 -1919), Interwar Period (1920 - 1939), WW II and following years (1940 - 1949), Post-War period (1950 - 1989)
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Bedřich Steiner; Czechoslovakia; World War II; political reconstruction; Jewish heritage; resilience;
Summary/Abstract: Bedřich Steiner's life story, spanning from his birth in 1913 to his death in 1983, reflects the turbulent history of Czechoslovakia in the 20th century. Born into a Jewish family, Steiner's early years were marked by academic achievements and a strong leftist political inclination. His life took a dramatic turn during World War II when he joined the Czechoslovak army in exile, fought bravely on the Eastern Front, and suffered severe injuries. Post-war, Steiner played a significant role in the political and social reconstruction of Czechoslovakia, holding various public offices and contributing to the resettlement of the border regions. Despite his dedication, his career faced setbacks due to political purges and his Jewish heritage. Steiner's personal life was equally eventful, marked by his marriage to Marija Lebeděvová and the emigration of their sons. His story, reconstructed through archival research and personal testimonies, offers a poignant glimpse into the resilience and challenges faced by Jewish individuals in Czechoslovakia.

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