The Savage Peace

The end of World War II is often remembered through images of jubilant crowds celebrating peace and liberation. However, for millions of ethnic Germans living in Eastern Europe, the end of the war marked the beginning of a dark chapter. The documentary The Savage Peace sheds light on this lesser-known aspect of post-war history, revealing how millions of Germans were displaced, persecuted, and killed in the aftermath of the conflict. This report aims to examine the themes of ethnic cleansing, revenge, and the violent retribution that unfolded across Europe, often overlooked in traditional narratives of World War II's conclusion.