The Transylvanian King of Poland
Prince of Transylvania and king of Poland, Bathory successfully opposed the Habsburgs for the Polish throne and defended Poland's borders against Russia.
Mar 28, 2011
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Iemima Ploscariu
How the Crusades Transformed the Eastern Baltic Environment
Crusades in the Baltic from the 12th to the 16th centuries left a deep ecological legacy. A new, multi-disciplinary study will investigate their impact.
Feb 4, 2011
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Maria Kielmas
Poland Petitions Against Concentration Camp Legacy
Poland protests and petitions against the phrases "Polish death camps" and "Polish concentration camps" to ensure the most accurate Holocaust history.
Feb 2, 2011
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Jennifer Ciotta
Private Wojtek: Hero Bear That "Fought" for Poland
Adopted as an undernourished cub in Iran, Wojtek grew to be a beloved mascot that enjoyed beer and cigarettes. He was a hero in the Battle of Monte Cassino.
Jan 11, 2011
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Eric Brothers
Polish New Year's Eve Traditions of Sylwester
Polish New Year's Eve, called Sylwester, is a celebration that began with Pope Sylvester I in historical times. Learn how the Poles celebrate Sylwester.
Dec 20, 2010
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Jennifer Ciotta
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