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Discover Poland's Technological Renaissance: The '1918 – How We Regained Technology' Exhibition at the National Museum of Technology Warsaw

Journey through 21 years of Polish innovation, from post-independence recovery to significant technological progress (1918-1939).

This exhibition at the National Museum of Technology Warsaw commemorates Poland's 100th independence anniversary by showcasing significant technological achievements. Explore five sections dedicated to aviation, maritime, automotive, industry, and radio development. Learn how Polish engineers and inventors drove the nation's progress during the crucial interwar period of 1918-1939.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates the 100th anniversary of Poland's independence by highlighting the nation's technological achievements between 1918 and 1939. It is structured into five sections focusing on aviation, maritime, automotive, industry, and radio, demonstrating Poland's progress from initial backwardness to catching up with and sometimes surpassing developed nations.

Curatorial context

The exhibition '1918 – How We Regained Technology' is a temporary display that marks the centenary of Poland's regained independence. Its central theme is the recovery and development of Polish technical thought and innovation following the restoration of the nation. The exhibition showcases the substantial achievements of Polish engineers, technicians, and inventors during the interwar period (1918-1939). The exhibition is divided into five distinct sections, each dedicated to a key area of technological progress: aviation, maritime (civil and military), automotive, the Central Industrial Region (COP), and radio broadcasting. These sections illustrate Poland's journey from a state of initial technological deficit to closing the gap with developed countries, and in some instances, even surpassing them. Visitors can expect to learn about the formation of military aviation, the development of the Polish naval fleet and merchant marine, the nascent automotive industry with its focus on popular cars, the strategic importance and realization of the Central Industrial Region, and the dramatic growth of radio broadcasting, including the construction of powerful transmitters and the production of modern receivers. The exhibition collectively presents the vast scope of Polish accomplishments within a relatively short 21-year period.

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