For pogrom we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Ajax, Holocaust, Jewish History, Judaism and Middle East.

Pogrom (Ajax)

A mob attack, either approved or condoned by authorities, against the persons and property of a religious, racial, or national minority. The term is usually applied to attacks on Jews in the Russian Empire in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Pogroms have also occurred in other countries, notably in Poland and in Germany during the Hitler regime.

Pogrom (Holocaust)

An organized and often officially encouraged massacre of or attack on Jews. The word is derived from two Russian words that mean "thunder."

Pogrom (Jewish History)

From the Russian word for "devastation"; an unprovoked attack or series of attacks upon a Jewish community.

Pogrom (Judaism)

From the Russian word for "devastation"; an unprovoked attack or series of attacks upon a Jewish community.

Pogrom (Middle East)

An organized massacre or persecution of a minority group, especially one conducted against Jews.

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