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Uncover the "Debata 1000 lat bratanków": Exploring Poland-Hungary Historical and Sports Relations in Warsaw

This 2017 debate in Warsaw illuminated a millennium of Poland-Hungary historical alliances and sporting friendships.

Delve into the "Debata 1000 lat bratanków," a historical discussion held in Warsaw on January 18, 2017. This event supplemented the "Rivals on the Pitch" exhibition, examining the intricate relationship between Poland and Hungary. Discover insights into their medieval alliances, royal successions, mutual aid, and enduring sports connections.

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This page documents the 'Debate 1000 years of cousins,' held on January 18, 2017, as a supplement to the 'Rivals on the Pitch. Friends Every Day. Polish-Hungarian Sports Duels' exhibition. The discussion explored the historical relationship between Poland and Hungary, covering medieval alliances, royal successions, and mutual aid during critical historical moments, as well as sports relations.

Curatorial context

The 'Debate 1000 years of cousins' was held on January 18, 2017, at the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw as a follow-up event to the exhibition 'Rivals on the Pitch. Friends Every Day. Polish-Hungarian Sports Duels.' The debate aimed to discuss the historical and cultural ties between Poland and Hungary, tracing their relationship over a millennium. Topics covered included medieval Polish-Hungarian alliances, the reigns of figures like Casimir the Great and Stephen Báthory, and instances of mutual support, such as Hungary's aid to Poland in 1920 and during World War II, as well as the solidarity shown by Poles towards Hungarians in 1956. The discussion also touched upon the sporting rivalries and friendships between the two nations, reinforcing the idea that their relationship was primarily one of friendship beyond the sports field. Key speakers included writer Grzegorz Górny, editor-in-chief of 'Do Rzeczy' magazine Paweł Lisicki, and Director of the Hungarian Cultural Institute in Warsaw, Dr. Janos Tischler. The event was moderated by Artur Koleda, curator of the related exhibition.

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From Jan 18, 2017
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Speakers included writer Grzegorz Górny, Paweł Lisicki (Editor-in-Chief of 'Do Rzeczy' magazine), and Dr. Janosz Tischler (Director of the Hungarian Cultural Institute in Warsaw). The debate was moderated by Artur Kolęda, curator of the related exhibition. Notable attendees included Piotr Naimski, Secretary of State in the Chancellery of the Prime Minister.
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