Helmut Konrad

historian

Helmut Konrad is a prominent Austrian historian known for his expertise in 20th-century history, particularly concerning the impact of National Socialism in Austria. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of antisemitism in historical contexts, and his research often addresses the legacy of figures like Franz Dinghofer, whose actions and ideologies contributed to the rise of antisemitic sentiments in Austria. Recently, he signed an open letter opposing a symposium honoring Dinghofer, arguing that such events undermine the historical memory of the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and promote a dangerous normalization of antisemitism in contemporary society.