Antisemitic Murders: Deep-Seated Prejudices and Societal Tensions

This chapter explores the historical themes in France and how they relate to the murders of two elderly Jewish women. It discusses the lingering impact of Vichy, the government during Nazi occupation, and their complicity in the persecution of Jewish citizens. The chapter also highlights the context of Islamist terrorist violence in France and its connection to antisemitic attacks. It delves into the tensions between different groups in French society and their varying responses to antisemitism.