Politika Vatikana u Drugom svjetskom ratu

master's thesis

• Title (english): The Vatican City Policy in the Second World War
• Author: Lovro Nikola Pračinec
• Mentor: Boško Picula (mentor)
• Committee member: Boško Picula (predsjednik povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Petar Popović (član povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Borna Zgurić (član povjerenstva)
• Granter: University of Zagreb; The Faculty of Political Science; Zagreb
• Defense date and country: 2024-09-10, Croatia
• Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline: SOCIAL SCIENCES; Political Science

Abstract

Diplomatski napori Svete Stolice temelje se na njenoj misiji promicanja univerzalnih vrijednosti, ljudskog dostojanstva i neutralnosti u globalnim pitanjima. Upravo su se takva pitanja pojavila u prvoj polovici prošlog stoljeća, a teološki temelji i povijesni kontekst oblikovali su pristup Crkve u tom razdoblju. Glavnina rada posvećena je istraživanju odnosa Vatikana s ključnim zemljama uključenim u Drugi svjetski rat, poput Italije, Njemačke i Saveznika. Tu se javlja i po mnogima kontroverzna uloga pape Pija XII., osobito u vezi s optužbama za pasivnost i navodnu suradnju s fašističkim režimima. Analiza također obrađuje složene interakcije između Vatikana i nacističke Njemačke, uključujući konkordat potpisan s Trećim Reichom i osjetljivu ravnotežu koju je Vatikan nastojao održati u svojim diplomatskim odnosima. Posebno poglavlje bavi se antisemitizmom te naporima Crkve u zaštiti Židova, poput njihovog skrivanja unutar Vatikana, te šire implikacije tih akcija. Rad također raspravlja o širem kontekstu vatikanske diplomacije, uključujući humanitarne inicijative, pokušaje mirovnih pregovora i izazove s kojima se Vatikan suočavao u održavanju neutralnosti dok je zagovarao moralne i etičke vrijednosti. Zaključak sažima posljedice vatikanske diplomacije u ovom razdoblju, uzimajući u obzir i kritike i obranu vatikanskih postupaka, a cjelokupni cilj rada je pružiti sveobuhvatno razumijevanje uloge Vatikana u jednom od najburnijih razdoblja moderne povijesti.

Abstract (english)

The Vatican's diplomatic efforts are based on its mission to promote universal values, human dignity, and neutrality in global matters. These issues emerged in the first half of the last century, and the Church's approach during this period was shaped by its theological foundations and historical context. The bulk of the thesis is dedicated to investigating the Vatican's relationships with key countries involved in World War II, such as Italy, Germany, and the Allies. This includes the controversial role of Pope Pius XII, particularly concerning accusations of passivity and alleged cooperation with fascist regimes. The analysis also addresses the complex interactions between the Vatican and Nazi Germany, including the Concordat signed with the Third Reich and the delicate balance the Vatican sought to maintain in its diplomatic relations. A specific chapter focuses on anti-Semitism and the Church's efforts to protect Jews, including hiding them within the Vatican, as well as the broader implications of these actions. The thesis also discusses the broader context of Vatican diplomacy, including humanitarian initiatives, attempts at peace negotiations, and the challenges the Vatican faced in maintaining neutrality while advocating for moral and ethical values. The conclusion reflects on the consequences of Vatican diplomacy during this period, taking into account both the criticisms and the defense of Vatican actions, with the overall aim of providing a comprehensive understanding of the Vatican's role in one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history.

• Keywords: Sveta Stolica; Drugi svjetski rat; Pio XII.; diplomacija; povijest
• Keywords (english): Holy See; World War II; Pius XII; diplomacy; history
• Language: croatian
• URN:NBN: urn:nbn:hr:114:394318
• Study programme: Title: Political Science; Study programme type: university; Study level: graduate; Academic / professional title: magistar/magistra politologije (magistar/magistra politologije)
• Type of resource: Text
• File origin: Born digital
• Access conditions: Open access
• Created on: 2024-10-01 08:31:00