How the Dreyfus Affair tore France apart
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The Dreyfus Affair: Triumph Over Injustice
This chapter delves into the enduring resilience of Alfred Dreyfus in the face of inhumane conditions on Devil's Island, as he utilized writing and reading to maintain his sanity and fight for justice. It discusses the anti-Semitic sentiments in France during the 1880s, the forged evidence against Dreyfus by military authorities, and the aftermath of his trials that ultimately led to his exoneration in 1906. The chapter also explores the lasting impact of the Dreyfus Affair on Jewish political ideologies, intellectual discourse, and societal divisions.
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