How the Dreyfus Affair tore France apart

Jul 4, 2024

Maurice Samuels, an expert on the Dreyfus Affair, discusses the false accusations against Alfred Dreyfus in 1894 and the impact of antisemitism in France. They delve into the bias and evidence fabrication leading to Dreyfus's conviction, his public degradation, the efforts to uncover the truth, and his triumph over injustice. The podcast highlights the lasting impact on Jewish political ideologies and societal divisions.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Dreyfus Affair and Identity

01:38 • 6min

The Framing of Dreyfus for Treason

08:00 • 4min

The dramatic public degradation at the École Militaire

12:05 • 2min

Uncovering the Truth and Exposing Injustice in the Dreyfus Affair

13:42 • 3min

The Dreyfus Affair: Triumph Over Injustice

17:07 • 26min