80 Years After Kielce Pogrom: Poland's Chief Rabbi Calls for Unity

Poland's Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich called for unity at a ceremony marking the 80th anniversary of the Kielce pogrom. At least 42 Jews were killed on 4 July 1946 after a false rumour spread that a Polish child had been kidnapped. Schudrich acknowledged those who committed violence but stressed that many Poles also stood as friends and protectors of Jews.