World Heritage Site: Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork
Publication Year: 2018
Publication Type: Article
Publication Identifier: WHE5658E6AE97
Summary
In 1902, the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork witnessed a significant historical event: the consecration of its church during the 'Kaiser’s Days,' a ceremonial visit by German Emperor Wilhelm II. This study reconstructs the political and religious dimensions of the occasion, analyzing official records, contemporary accounts, and architectural documentation to contextualize the event within the broader history of the castle. The research highlights the symbolic importance of the consecration, marking a pivotal moment in the castle’s transformation under German rule while underscoring its enduring legacy as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Citation
Dobry, A. (2018). Dni Cesarskie i poświęcenie kościoła na Zamku Wysokim w Malborku w 1902 r. Historia Slavorum Occidentis, 2018(Nr 1(16)), 56–71. https://doi.org/10.15804/hso180103
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