Kingdom of Poland (1385-1569) facts for kids
The Kingdom of Poland of the Jagiellons was a powerful country that existed from 1385 to 1569. It was formed when Wladislaus II Jagiełło, who was the Grand Duke of Lithuania, became the King of Poland in 1386. This event created a strong link between Poland and Lithuania.
The two countries officially joined together through an agreement called the Union of Krewo. Later, in 1569, this union was made even stronger and changed by the Union of Lublin. Soon after, the Jagiellon dynasty, the royal family that had ruled Poland for about 200 years, came to an end.
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How Poland and Lithuania United
The story of the Jagiellon Kingdom began with a special agreement. In 1385, the Union of Krewo was signed. This agreement brought the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the Kingdom of Poland together.
This union happened when Wladislaus II Jagiełło, the ruler of Lithuania, married Jadwiga, the Queen of Poland. He then became the King of Poland. This meant that one ruler now led both Poland and Lithuania. It was a big step that made both countries much stronger.
The Jagiellon Family's Rule
The Jagiellon family ruled Poland for a long time, almost two centuries. They were a very important dynasty. During their rule, Poland grew in power and size.
The Jagiellons helped to create a large and influential state in Central Europe. They worked to keep the union between Poland and Lithuania strong. This period was important for the history of both nations.
The End of the Union
The Jagiellon Kingdom changed significantly in 1569. This was because of another important agreement called the Union of Lublin. This union made the connection between Poland and Lithuania even closer.
It created a new, single state known as the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth. This new country was very large and powerful. The Union of Lublin happened just before the Jagiellon family stopped ruling Poland. Their long reign came to an end, but their legacy continued in the new Commonwealth.
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Images for kids
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Voivodeships of the Commonwealth of the Two Nations
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Map showing voivodeships of the Two Nations
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The Crown and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania 1386–1434
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The Spiš (Zips) region. Light blue and green areas show the pawned territories, red line shows current borders, yellow former border between then Hungary and Poland and the black borders between counties
See also
In Spanish: Corona del Reino de Polonia para niños
