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The Union of Lublin 1569: Poland and Lithuania Join Forces
In 1569, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth was born out of the Union of Lublin, a landmark agreement that created one of the largest and most diverse states in early modern Europe. This episode explores the political maneuvering, personal ambitions, and cultural exchanges that led two distinct nations to merge into a single Rzeczpospolita. We focus on the role of Sigismund II Augustus, the last Jagiellonian king, who pushed the union through against Lithuanian resistance, and the Polish szlachta who saw it as a chance to expand their Golden Liberty eastward. We also examine the lesser-known…
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