Events with tag - Kraków

September 13, 1195

Battle of Mozgawa

The Battle of Mozgawa (September 13, 1195) was one of the most important armed conflicts in medieval Poland. The clash between the forces of Mieszko III the Old and those of young Leszek the White, supported by Roman of Halych, led to significant changes in the political power structure of the Piast state.

October 1, 1306

Ladislaus Takes Control of Kraków

In October 1306, Władysław the Short (Ladislaus I of Poland) assumed power in Kraków after the death of the last Přemyslid, Wenceslaus III. This breakthrough event initiated the process of unifying Polish lands, which led to Ladislaus's coronation as King of Poland in 1320.

May 14, 1311

Vogt Albert's Rebellion

One of the most important bourgeois uprisings in medieval Poland, which broke out in Kraków in 1311. The rebellion was led by Vogt Albert, who, along with German burghers, attempted to take control of the city and gain independence from the rule of Władysław the Elbow-high.

January 20, 1320

Coronation of Władysław I the Elbow-high

The coronation of Władysław I the Elbow-high as King of Poland at Wawel Cathedral on January 20, 1320, was a pivotal event in Polish history. This ceremony ended the period of feudal fragmentation and symbolically united Polish lands under one scepter. This event restored the institution of the Kingdom of Poland after nearly 200 years of interruption.

January 20, 1320

Unification of Poland by Władysław the Elbow-high

The unification of Poland by Władysław the Elbow-high was a turning point in Polish history. After nearly 200 years of feudal fragmentation, this prince managed to unite the fragmented Polish lands into one kingdom. The unification process culminated in the coronation of Władysław the Elbow-high as King of Poland on January 20, 1320, in Wawel Cathedral.

February 1, 1331

John of Luxembourg's Invasion of Lesser Poland

In February 1331, Czech forces under the command of John of Luxembourg launched an invasion of Lesser Poland. The 20,000-strong Czech army attempted to capture Kraków, but the 3,000-strong garrison under the command of Władysław the Elbow-high successfully defended the city. The invasion ended in failure for the invaders but caused significant damage to the region.

April 25, 1333

Coronation of Casimir III the Great

On April 25, 1333, Casimir III the Great was crowned King of Poland at Wawel Cathedral in Kraków. This was a turning point in Polish history, marking the beginning of a period of prosperity and development for the country. Casimir III the Great, the last king of the Piast dynasty, assumed the throne after the death of his father, Władysław I the Elbow-high.

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.

November 17, 1370

Louis I of Hungary becomes King of Poland

On November 17, 1370, Louis I of Hungary was crowned King of Poland at Wawel Cathedral. This was made possible through succession agreements with Casimir the Great, who had no male heir. This event initiated a personal union between Poland and Hungary, creating the largest state entity in Central Europe at that time.

November 17, 1370

Coronation of Louis I of Hungary

Louis I of Hungary, son of Charles Robert of Anjou and Elizabeth of Poland, was crowned King of Poland on November 17, 1370, at Wawel Cathedral. This event initiated the personal union between Poland and Hungary and brought significant changes to Poland's political system, including the famous Privilege of Koszyce in 1374.

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.

November 6, 1939

Sonderaktion Krakau

Operation Sonderaktion Krakau was a brutal action carried out by Nazi Germany on November 6, 1939, in Kraków, during which 183 academics were arrested, mainly from the Jagiellonian University. This event was part of the occupier's broader plan aimed at destroying Polish intelligentsia and culture. Most of the arrested were sent to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp, where 15 professors lost their lives.