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  • German Concentration Camps
    Culture,  History

    German Concentration Camps in Poland During World War II

    November 1, 2023 /

    During the Second World War, the German Third Reich established a series of concentration and extermination camps in occupied Poland as part of their racial policy and plan for the genocide of Jews. The establishment of these camps represented one of the darkest periods in human history. Concentration Camp Location Estimated Number of Victims Date Established Auschwitz-Birkenau Oswiecim 1.1 Million1 May 1940 Belzec Belzec 434,5002 March 1942 Chelmno Chelmno on Ner 320,0003 December 1941 Majdanek Lublin 78,0004 July 1941 Sobibor Sobibor 170,0005 May 1942 Treblinka Treblinka 925,0006 July 1942 *Please note that these are rough estimates, as the exact numbers are hard to determine due to the nature of the…

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    September 19, 2023
  • Mieszko I Polish King
    History

    The Top 10 Polish Monarchs Who Shaped History

    August 24, 2023 /

    Poland’s rich tapestry of history is intricately woven with the stories of its monarchs. From the 10th century, when the foundations of the Polish state were laid, to the 18th century, Poland was ruled by a series of influential dukes and kings. Let’s embark on a journey through time, exploring the lives and legacies of the ten most impactful Polish monarchs. 1. Mieszko I One of the most legendary of these is undoubtedly Mieszko I. Widely regarded as the architect of the Polish state, his rule in the 10th century left an indelible mark on the country’s cultural and political landscape. Under his leadership, Poland saw the introduction of Christianity,…

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    Auschwitz Liberation Day; The End of The Holocaust

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    November 1, 2023
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    The Polish Winged Hussars: A Legendary Cavalry Unit

    December 31, 2022
  • Polish Winged Hussars 3
    Culture,  History

    The Polish Winged Hussars: A Legendary Cavalry Unit

    December 31, 2022 /

    If you have ever been enchanted by a legendary tale of heroic warriors charging into battle while wearing mighty wings on their backs, then the story of the Polish Winged Hussars is one that you won’t want to miss. Join us on an epic journey where we take a deep dive into the mysterious and awe-inspiring history behind this powerful force – from its origins at the beginning of the 16th century to its decisive role in Poland’s many battles. So buckle up and get ready! Unraveling the mystery surrounding these magnificent medieval soldiers starts now! Introduction to the polish winged hussars & their role in polish history The Polish…

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    January 16, 2023
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    Fascinating Facts About Poland You Didn’t Know

    June 14, 2022
  • Auschwitz Liberation Day
    History

    Auschwitz Liberation Day; The End of The Holocaust

    March 5, 2021 /

    Auschwitz Liberation Day commemorates Nazi crimes worldwide. On January 27 in 1945, prisoners held captive by the Nazis in Auschwitz were liberated by the Soviet soldiers. What they found was fathomable. A pile of eyeglasses weighing over 80 pounds, hundreds of prosthetic limbs, thousands of kitchen utensils including pots and pans, human hair, and more than 40,000 pairs of prisoners’ shoes all make up some of the items found at the site. Most of the owners of these properties died, many murdered by the German forces in the Holocaust’s largest extermination and concentration camp. Even though the camp seemed abandoned by the Nazis, it was still filled with thousands of people…

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    Mieszko I Polish King

    The Top 10 Polish Monarchs Who Shaped History

    August 24, 2023
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