Events with tag - Medieval Poland

August 1138

Testament of Bolesław the Wrymouth

The Testament of Bolesław III the Wrymouth from 1138 was a landmark document in medieval Polish history that divided the country among the ruler's five sons and introduced the principle of seniorate. Its provisions led to the period of feudal fragmentation lasting almost 200 years.

November 24, 1227

Congress of Gąsawa

The congress of Piast princes in Gąsawa in 1227 ended tragically with an assassination attempt on the participants' lives. As a result, Leszek the White, Duke of Kraków, was killed, and Henry the Bearded, Duke of Silesia, was severely wounded. This event significantly deepened the feudal fragmentation of Poland.