Events with tag - International Politics

March 1000

Congress of Gniezno

The Congress of Gniezno was one of the most important events in medieval Polish history. In the year 1000, Bolesław the Brave and Emperor Otto III, along with their entourage of church and secular dignitaries, met in Gniezno. This event led to the establishment of an independent Polish church organization and significantly strengthened Poland's position in Europe.

April 18, 1025

Coronation of Bolesław the Brave

The coronation of Bolesław the Brave as the first King of Poland, which took place on April 18, 1025, at the Gniezno Cathedral, was a pivotal moment in Polish history. This event symbolically marked the birth of Polish statehood and significantly strengthened Poland's position in the international arena. The coronation was the culmination of Bolesław's years-long efforts to strengthen Poland's position and gain independence from the German Empire.

January 1, 1039

Return of Casimir the Restorer to the Polish throne

In 1039, Casimir I the Restorer, son of Mieszko II and Richeza, returned from exile to Poland, beginning the process of rebuilding and unifying the state after a period of deep crisis. Supported by Emperor Henry III and Kievan Rus, he gradually regained control over Lesser Poland, Greater Poland, Masovia, and Silesia. His reign brought stability to the country through administrative, economic, and ecclesiastical reforms.

November 1, 1335

Congress of Visegrád

Historic meeting of three rulers - Casimir the Great, John of Luxembourg and Charles Robert - in Visegrád in 1335. This event led to groundbreaking territorial arrangements and laid the foundations for international cooperation in Central Europe.

November 1, 1335

Polish-Hungarian Alliance

Historic meeting in Visegrád in 1335, during which Hungarian King Charles Robert, Polish King Casimir the Great, and Bohemian ruler John of Luxembourg formed a strategic alliance that shaped the political map of Central Europe for centuries to come.

September 22, 1364

Congress of Kraków

The Congress of Kraków in 1364 was the largest diplomatic event of medieval Poland, organized by King Casimir the Great. The meeting was attended by the most important monarchs of Central Europe, including Emperor Charles IV and King Louis I of Hungary. The event lasted five days and significantly influenced the balance of power in the region.

March 4, 1386

Coronation of Władysław Jagiełło

On March 4, 1386, the coronation of Władysław Jagiełło as King of Poland took place at Wawel Cathedral. This event initiated the Jagiellon dynasty and led to the creation of the Polish-Lithuanian Union, one of the largest states in medieval Europe.

May 15, 1440

Coronation of Władysław III as King of Hungary

On May 15, 1440, in Székesfehérvár, Władysław III of Varna was crowned King of Hungary. This event initiated a personal union between Poland and Hungary, creating a powerful alliance against the Ottoman Empire. On the same day, the controversial coronation of the three-month-old Ladislaus the Posthumous also took place.

September 17, 1939

Soviet Invasion of Poland

On September 17, 1939, the Soviet Union, breaking existing international treaties, launched a military invasion of Poland. The attack was the implementation of the secret protocol of the Ribbentrop-Molotov Pact and occurred when Poland was fighting a desperate battle against Nazi Germany. About 600,000 Red Army soldiers, supported by 4,700 tanks and 3,300 aircraft, crossed Poland's eastern border, beginning a period of Soviet occupation and mass repression against civilians.