Bardejov Town Conservation Reserve

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Discover scientific research and academic studies that deepen our understanding of Bardejov Town Conservation Reserve from its history and significance to its conservation, management, and contemporary challenges.

• Registers of citizenship as a source of urban migration in late medieval Bardejov

  Late medieval citizenship registers from Bardejov reveal significant patterns of urban migration, offering unprecedented insight into the movement and integration of newcomers. The study identifies key factors influencing citizenship acquisition, including place of origin and occupation, while also highlighting the challenges in interpreting these records due to their fragmentary nature. A notable focus is on the migration of scholars, particularly those who transitioned into notarial roles, providing a unique lens on the intellectual mobility within the town. This research contributes to understanding urban dynamics during this period by leveraging historical documents to trace career trajectories and social integration processes.

  Fedorčákvá, M. (2025). Rejestry obywatelstwa jako źródło migracji miejskiej w późnośredniowiecznym Bardejowie. Saeculum Christianum, 32(2), 112–125. https://doi.org/10.21697/sc.2025.32.2.9

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• Historik Ferdinand Uličný a dejiny stredovekého Bardejova

  A recent reassessment of historian Ferdinand Uličný's contributions to medieval Bardejov studies reveals that his foundational work from the late 1960s established enduring research themes, while later debates—particularly over King Béla IV’s 1247 charter for the Cistercians—challenged some of his interpretations. Pavol Hudáček’s broader source analysis now offers new perspectives on Bardejov’s early history and the contested charter, highlighting the evolving nature of medieval Slovak historiography.

  Fedorčáková, M. (2024). Historik Ferdinand Uličný a dejiny stredovekého Bardejova. Historik, Archivár a Univerzitný Profesor Ferdinand Uličný ´90. https://doi.org/10.33542/hau-0292-3-9

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• Episcopal Power and Authority in Communication with the City of Bardejov in the Late Middle Ages

  A study reveals how bishops of Eger exerted power and authority over the medieval town of Bardejov through tithes, judicial cases, and symbolic rituals. The research demonstrates that disputes over tithe collection were common between parish priests, town representatives, and bishops, often resolved through episcopal machinery. Additionally, ecclesiastical courts occasionally overshadowed town law in judicial matters, while episcopal presence in religious ceremonies reinforced their authority. The study also highlights the role of episcopal vicars in representing the bishop's power, providing insight into the complex interplay between ecclesiastical and municipal governance during this period.

  Fedorčáková, M. (2023). Episcopal Power and Authority in Communication with the City of Bardejov in the Late Middle Ages. Mesto a Dejiny, 12(2). https://doi.org/10.33542/cah2023-2-02

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• Spory o česť, rituály násilia a konflikty v stredovekom Bardejove

  A study of medieval Bardejov reveals that conflicts over honor and dishonor were prevalent among town citizens, guild members, and clerics, often escalating from slander to violence. Preserved 'threatening letters' provide unique insights into the strategies used by conflicting parties, including town authorities, to issue warnings and state intentions of harm. The research combines analysis of legal sources with judicial practice to explore the role of violence in everyday life and the tactics employed by authorities to mitigate conflicts. This dual approach offers a nuanced understanding of crime dynamics and authority responses in late medieval urban settings.

  Fedorčáková, M. (2022). Spory o česť, rituály násilia a konflikty v stredovekom Bardejove. Forum Historiae, 16(2). https://doi.org/10.31577/forhist.2022.16.2.3

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• Hydraulic Review of the Flood Protection Measures in Bardejov

  A hydraulic review reveals that the current flood protection measures in Bardejov, Slovakia, are insufficient to mitigate even historical flood events like the 2010 disaster. Using mathematical modeling of open channel flow—both steady and unsteady—researchers assessed the impact of existing phase I protections on proposed phases II and III, which extend upstream and downstream. The study, conducted in HEC-RAS software, identified critical gaps in flood defense along the Topľa River, particularly in areas not yet addressed by ongoing projects. Proposed adjustments to these measures were validated through simulations, demonstrating their potential to control extreme flooding. This work underscores the need for comprehensive, multi-phase flood infrastructure to safeguard Bardejov's central residential area.

  Šoltész, A., Cubanová, L., Mydla, J., Cerveňanská, M., & Baroková, D. (2021). Hydraulic Review of the Flood Protection Measures in Bardejov. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 1203(3), 32095. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/1203/3/032095

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• Communication between the Towns and the County Authority: The Free Royal Towns and Šariš County at the Beginning of the 16th Century

  A study reveals that the free royal towns of Šariš, notably Bardejov and Prešov, developed intricate communication channels with the county authority during the early 16th century. These towns, having become feudal landowners, maintained close ties with the county nobility through both official documents and private letters, often penned by noble judges. Verbal communication was also significant, with emissaries—frequently former or acting noble judges from neighboring villages—acting as envoys to the towns. This practice allowed towns to leverage the legal expertise of these individuals, who were subsequently employed as town lawyers. The research highlights how these dual channels of communication facilitated both official and personal exchanges, shaping the relationship between the towns and the county authority during this period.

  Kádas, I. (2020). Communication between the Towns and the County Authority: The Free Royal Towns and Šariš County at the Beginning of the 16th Century. Mesto a Dejiny, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.33542/cah2020-2-02

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