Rhineland massacres

The Rhineland massacres occurred in 1920 when, in response to the Treaty of Versailles's harsh terms, local groups in the Rhineland region of Germany attacked and killed thousands of Jewish residents. These violent acts were motivated by resentment and nationalist fervor, reflecting wider anti-Semitic sentiment in the area. The massacres resulted in the deaths of approximately 30 to 50 Jews and highlighted the increased tensions and instability in post-World War I Germany, contributing to the social upheaval and violent nationalism that eventually led to further conflicts.