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The Polish king of Madagascar – Maurycy Beniowski
Maurycy Beniowski called Poland his adopted homeland. His travels and struggles led him to the throne of Madagascar. Who was he?
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Kraków’s Kazimierz and its Jewish soul
Here is a journey through places that remind us of the rich and often tragic history of Kraków’s Jews. Discover Kazimierz.
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Bloodless saviour of Krakow – Antoni Stawarz
‘I was happy, very happy, probably for once in my life!’ – this is how Antoni Stawarz recalled the day of the liberation. Find out more.
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How did Polish surnames develop?
Why is your surname Sokołowski? Or perhaps your surname is Mikołajczyk? Find out how Polish surnames were formed.
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Mel Brooks – master of parody with European roots
Actor Mel Brooks has European roots. Find out who he is, what films he has made, and what nationality he is.
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Purim on the Old Photos. How Was It Celebrated in Poland?
Jewish Purim is a festival of joy, fun and uproar that has been captured in old photographs. See them and choose your favourite.
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Post Mortem – saving the dead in photography
People captured death in photographs to preserve their memory. Find out what post mortem photographs were…
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Irena Sendler – a story of the bravest
A woman recognized as Righteous Among Nations – Irena Sendler. Read the hero story about her achievements for Jews.
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And ghetto had its own pharmacist
A man recognized as Righteous Among Nations. Read the story of a ghetto pharmacist who helped people and risksed his own life.
