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The Duchy of Warsaw: Napoleon's Polish State
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the Duchy of Warsaw, a short-lived Polish state created by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1807 after his victory over Prussia. They discuss how the Duchy emerged from the ashes of the partitions, its constitution based on the French model, the abolition of serfdom, and the creation of a small but effective army. The conversation covers key figures like Prince Józef Poniatowski, Napoleon's Polish ally who died at the Battle of Leipzig, and the Duchy's role in the Napoleonic Wars. They also examine the complex legacy: how the Duchy revived Polish…
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