Historical Events tagged with "Poland"

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Military & Warfare

Polish Defeat at Battle of Chojnice

September 18th, 1454 570 years ago

The Polish army suffered a significant defeat by the Teutonic Knights at the Battle of Chojnice. The engagement took place during the Thirteen Years' War, a conflict arising from territorial disputes and control in the region. The Teutonic Knights, a powerful military order, leveraged their tactical superiority and manpower to overcome Polish forces, leading to a critical blow to Poland's ambitions in Pomerania.

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Politics & Government

Duke Wladyslaw Lokietek Crowned King of Poland

January 20th, 1320 705 years ago

Wladyslaw Lokietek was crowned King of Poland at the Wawel Cathedral in Kraków, marking the unification of the Polish state after a period of fragmentation. The coronation followed years of Duke Wladyslaw's efforts to reclaim his family's heritage and rights to the throne, amidst various conflicts and a fragmented noble landscape. The ceremony symbolized not only his ascendancy but also a hopeful restoration of centralized rule in Poland, paving the way for a stronger national identity.

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