Życie społeczno-religijne Olsztynka w latach 1945–1950
Social and religious life in Olsztynek in the years 1945–1950
Author(s): Jakub MakowskiSubject(s): History, Cultural history, History of Church(es), Local History / Microhistory, Political history, Social history
Published by: Wyższe Seminarium Duchowne Diecezji Elbląskiej w Elblągu
Keywords: Olsztynek; Hohenstein; Red Army; East Prussia; Polish Peoples Republic; resettlement; repatriation; Masurians; Catholic Church; Evangelical Church
Summary/Abstract: In the article, the author explains the course of events after incorporating Olsztynek into the Polish People’s Republic after the Second World War. Makowski’s main areas of focus are the changes observed in religious and social spheres as well as the implementation of a new, communist government in lands previously inhabited by Germans. The author’s sources are the National Archive in Olsztyn, the Warmia Archdiocese Archive along with chronicles, witness accounts, and studies in both Polish and German. Makowski points out the changes that took place in Olsztynek after the Second World War. The article providesa clear and deep analysis of this short yet critical event in the history of Olsztynek.
Journal: Studia Elbląskie
- Issue Year: 2020
- Issue No: 21
- Page Range: 179-195
- Page Count: 18
- Language: Polish