Poland Collection

Polish cavalry at the start of World War Two
Poland as a military power: cavalry, tanks and infantry (part of a spread in the Illustrated London News). Polands impressive horse cavalry are seen here, probably the best in Europe (the ILN says)

Polish pilots of 303 Squadron, 1940
John Alexander Kent and the Polish pilots of 303 Squadron walking away from Hawker Hurricane during the Battle of Britain, 1940

Marie Curie
Born in Poland in 1867, after receiving her secondary education she worked as a governess for eight years. Marie moved to Paris and read Physics at the Sorbonne

Stephen Bathory at Pskov. Found in the Collection of Royal Castle, Warsaw

Polish poster for a film, The Warsaw Mermaid, directed by Tadeusz Makarczynski, based on a local legend. 1956

Map / Europe / Germany 1871
Imperial Germany after the Franco- Prussian War, showing Alsace and Lorraine as part of the country, not to mention huge chunks of Poland in East Prussia

Mary / Czestochowa
depicted as OUR LADY OF CZESTOCHOWA, Poland

Typical Polish landscape near Zakopane in the Tatra Mountains, Poland, Europe

Map / Europe / Poland 1772
A German map of Poland and its neighbours in the late 18th century

Poland, Greater Poland, Poznan, Old Town, Market Square

Zakopane, Tatra Mountains, Poland

Old Town Market Square and the Warsaw Mermaid at dawn, UNESCO world heritage site, Old Town, Warsaw, Poland, Europe

Beat the Whites with the red wedge (Poster), 1920. Artist: Lissitzky, El (1890-1941)
Beat the Whites with the red wedge (Poster), 1920. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Christmas Market, Krakow, Poland, Europe

Excommunicated Spinoza, 1907. Creator: Hirszenberg, Samuel (1865-1908)
Excommunicated Spinoza, 1907. Private Collection

John III Sobieski sending message of victory to the Pope Innocent XI after the Battle of Vienna, 1883. Found in the Collection of Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

Tourist route, Wieliczka Salt Mine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Malopolska, Poland, Europe

The Rynek (Market Square) and the Old Town Hall. This medieval market square is one of the largest in Europe. Wroclaw, Poland

City Hall at sunset, Market Square, Old Town, Rzeszow, Poland, Europe

Poland, Masovian Voivodeship, Warsaw, Old Town, Castle Square, Sigismunds Column with Old Town in the background

Historical city map of Krakow, Poland, wood engraving, published 1897
Historical city map of Krakow, Poland. Wood engraving, published in 1897

Tourist route, Chapel of St. Kinga, Wieliczka Salt Mine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Malopolska, Poland, Europe

Kaiser Wilhelm II presenting medals, Warsaw, WW1
Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), German Emperor, presenting Iron Crosses to troops in Warsaw, Poland, soon after the city was captured by the Austro-German Army during the First World War

Old Port, Gdansk, Poland

Cityscape, Kielce, Swietokrzyskie Voivodeship, Poland, Europe

Romantic summer night in Torun

Women from Lublin, Poland
Village peasant women from Lublin, Poland Date: circa 1910s

Outdoor cafes in Main Market Square (Rynek Glowny) at dusk, Krakow, Poland, Europe

Castle, cathedral and River Odra, Szczecin, West Pomerania, Poland, Europe

Mount Giewont and Zakopane, Tatra mountains, Poland, Europe

Krakow, Poland - Renaissance Cloth Hall - Main Market Square
Krakow, Pland - The Renaissance Cloth Hall (Sukiennice) in the Main Market Square Date: 1906

Lake Morskie Oko (Eye of the Sea), Zakopane, Carpathian Mountains, Poland, Europe

Schweidnitzer, Breslau, Silesia, Germany (i. e. Wroclaw, Pol
Schweidnitzer, Breslau, Silesia, Germany (i.e. Wroclaw, Poland). Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Germany and Russia discuss the division of Poland, 1939
Russian Commander Borowenski bends over a map of Poland during discussions between German and Russian officers about the demarcation of the country following the invasion by Germany

Orteliuss map of Poland, 1570
Orteliuss map of Poland. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Krakow historic center, Poland, Europe

Silesia Plebiscite
In Silesia, with a mixed German and Polish population, residents of Kattowitz/ Katowice await the results of the plebiscite which will divide the region

Town Hall Tower in Main Market Square (Rynek Glowny), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Poland, Europe

Cloth Hall, Market Square, (Rynek Glowny) Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Poland, Europe

Jan III Sobieski
JOHN (JAN) III SOBIESKI king of Poland and military commander, who liberated Vienna when menaced by the Ottoman Turks. Polands greatest king

Market Square, Old Town, Wroclaw, Silesia, Poland, Europe

St. Marys Church in Main Market Square (Rynek Glowny) at dusk, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Poland, Europe

Castle Square (Plac Zamkowy) and the Royal Castle illuminated at dusk, Old Town (Stare Miasto), Warsaw, Poland, Europe

Poland / Warsaw Old Market
Street scene - the Old Market

Portrait of the composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893), 1894. Found in the collection of Regional Museum of Fine and Applied Art, Smolensk

Handmade wooden polish jews in Krakow. Poland

Cloth Hall, Cracow, Poland
A night time view of The Cloth Hall in the main square of Cracow (Krakow), Poland. In the foreground is the impressive illuminated square fountain

Jews praying in the Synagogue on Yom Kippur, 1878. Artist: Maurycy Gottlieb
Jews praying in the Synagogue on Yom Kippur, 1878. Gottlieb, Maurycy (1856-1879). Found in the collection of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art

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"Discover the Rich Tapestry of Poland: A Land of Heroes, Heritage, and Natural Beauty" Immerse yourself in the captivating history as you journey through its remarkable landmarks and cultural icons. From the fearless Polish pilots of 303 Squadron during World War II to the groundbreaking achievements of Marie Curie, this country has been home to extraordinary individuals who have left an indelible mark on our world. Step back in time as you explore Greater Poland's charming city of Poznan, with its picturesque Old Town and bustling Market Square. Admire the iconic poster "Beat the Whites with the red wedge" by artist El Lissitzky, a powerful symbol that represents Poland's resilience during challenging times. Trace the borders on a historical map and witness how Europe transformed in 1871 after Germany's unification. Then escape into nature's embrace amidst Zakopane's breathtaking Tatra Mountains, where typical Polish landscapes unfold before your eyes. Pay homage to Mary at Czestochowa, a revered pilgrimage site that holds deep spiritual significance for many. Delve further into history with another map showcasing Poland in 1772 when it faced territorial divisions but never lost its spirit. Embark on an unforgettable adventure along Wieliczka Salt Mine's tourist route – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – located near Krakow in Malopolska. Marvel at centuries-old underground chambers carved out entirely from salt while discovering their historical importance. Witness Warsaw come alive at dawn as you stand mesmerized by Old Town Market Square and be enchanted by the mythical Warsaw Mermaid guarding this UNESCO world heritage site. Uncover tales of bravery as you learn about Stephen Bathory at Pskov – his triumphs forever etched in Polish history books. Finally, let Zakopane cast its spell upon you once more; immerse yourself in its majestic beauty nestled within the Tatra Mountains.