Hřbitov haličských a bukovinských uprchlíků v Havlíčkově Brodě
Cemetery of Galician and Bukovinian refugees in Havlíčkův Brod

Author(s): Lucie B. Petrusová
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Ethnohistory, Social history, Recent History (1900 till today), Health and medicine and law, Pre-WW I & WW I (1900 -1919)
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Jewish cemetery; Galician refugees; Bukovinian refugees; World War I; Havlíčkův Brod; typhus;
Summary/Abstract: The Jewish cemetery for Galician and Bukovinian refugees in Havlíčkův Brod, established during World War I, is unique in the Czech Republic as it exclusively served Jewish refugees from these regions. The cemetery was created in response to the influx of Jewish refugees in 1916, who needed a dedicated burial site due to the high mortality rates from typhus and other hardships. The cemetery contains 241 gravestones or fragments, with the oldest dating back to 1746 and the newest to 1935. The gravestones, mostly simple and uniform, reflect the economic hardships of the refugees. The inscriptions are primarily in Hebrew, with some in Latin script, providing valuable historical and demographic information. The cemetery's establishment and use highlight the broader context of Jewish refugee experiences during the war. Restoration efforts have been ongoing to preserve this significant historical site. The cemetery serves as a poignant reminder of the Jewish community's struggles and resilience during a tumultuous period. The preservation of this cemetery is crucial for understanding the history and heritage of Jewish refugees in the region.

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