Translation of Roger Moorhouse’s new book – The Forgers into Polish – March Release
Find out more about the Polish translation of Roger Moorhouse's book about the Lados group which helped Jews to escape Nazi persecution with the help of forged passports and discover one of the greatest and least known rescue operations of WW2.
27
03.2024
Events, History, Literature, News
New Clare Mulley book release – a daring story of the only female Silent Unseen
Uncover the untold story of WW2 heroine Elżbieta Zawacka, alias 'Agent Zo'. From missions behind enemy lines to dealing with post-war regimes, "Agent Zo" illuminates the remarkable journey of the only female member of Poland's elite Special Forces, promising a gripping tale of courage and resilience.
16
05.2024
Events, History, Literature, News
‘Confessions of an Executioner. A Memoir of the Polish Home Army’ book release
Read a shocking testimony of the Polish Home Army platoon-leader who join the resistance movement at the age of 16 and quickly became a seasoned executioner. Book released in April 2024 by Greenhill Books, with Roger Moorhouse foreword.
01
04.2024
History, Literature, News
New CEE community heritage project comes to Mansfield
A CEE NOTTS project which aims to preserve the living history of CEE communities, tracing their roots from post-WW2 migrations to the recent EU accession waves. Residents are invited to participate in various events, celebrating working-class narratives that have shaped the region's rich cultural tapestry.
28
02.2024
30
06.2024
Blogs, Events, History, News, Resources
‘What we shared’ – film screening @ UN-CENSOR-ING: Cultural Heritage Network Symposium
Have you ever met someone from Abkhazia? Take the opportunity to witness their extraordinary stories from the Abkhaz War (1992–'93) as told in Kamila Kuc's film 'What We Shared.' Join us for a screening of this unique movie, where the director emphasises that the war is not merely history but an ongoing reality, with its trauma affecting younger generations.
12
03.2024
Events, Film, History
“The Righteous. The Story of the Ulma Family”
A theatrical production based on the true & tragic story of the Ulma Family, honoured as Righetous Among the Nations for their heroism in sheltering two Jewish families during WWII.
28
01.2024
Events, History, Theatre
Holocaust Memorial Day: Resistance at Auschwitz
Jack Fairweather on the life of Polish resistance hero Witold Pilecki as part of a joint event organised by the Polish Cultural Institute and the British Library to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2024
22
01.2024
Events, History, Literature, News
UK Premiere Screening – ‘Out of the Limelight’ w/ introduction by director
A fascinating documentary by Polish-French director Rafael Lewandowski, about the story of one man's passionate involvement in bringing Polish culture back to life in the 20th Century.
18
02.2024
Events, Film, History