„Sfidarea regelui Matia”. Aprofundarea unui dosar de propagandă diplomatică din veacul al XV-lea
„The Defiance of King Matthias”. An In-Depth Study of a 15th-Century Diplomatic Propaganda File

Summary/Abstract: This paper examines a historical record dated September 6, 1471, known as Diffiditoria a rege Pollonie regni Hungarie, which has received limited scholarly attention despite its relevance to the political and diplomatic strategies employed during the conflict between Poland and Hungary. Slightly different versions of this text preserved now in Romania were traditionally understood as a declaration of war against Matthias Corvinus, King of Hungary, asserting the claims of Polish Prince Casimir’s legitimate succession rights to the Hungarian throne while publicly accusing Matthias of tyranny and misgovernance. By analysing the dual role of the document as a political manifesto and propaganda tool, the authors highlight the intricate interplay of power, legitimacy, and public sentiment. Furthermore, this historical testimony illustrates how written communication was leveraged to influence political narratives and outcomes, making it a valuable resource for historians investigating late 15th-century Polish-Hungarian relations.

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