The Congress of Gniezno of March 1000 is one of those events that builds national pride and reminds us that from its...
Every nation has foundational moments that shape its historical consciousness and define its place in the wider story of Europe. For Poland, one such moment is the Battle of Cedynia, traditionally dated to 24 June 972. Though shrouded in the mists of early medieval history and known primarily from sparse chronicle accounts, the clash near Cedynia has come to symbolize the emergence of the Polish state as a political and military force capable of defending its sovereignty. The anniversary of...