Applications Open – The “Ambassador of Polish History” award for individuals & organizations outside of Poland

The Polish Institute of National Rememberance (IPN) invites nominations for individuals and institutions active outside of Poland and involved in cultivating Polish history. Deadline 30th April 2024.
30 04.2024 Events, History, News

Book Talk – Agent Zo: The Life of Resistance Fighter Elżbieta Zawacka @ Clapham Library

Join award-winning author Clare Mulley to discuss the incredible story of Elżbieta Zawacka, the WW2 resistance fighter known as Agent Zo, who is the subject of her latest book.
21 05.2024 Events, History, Literature

Commemorating 80 years since the Battle of Monte Cassino – A Concert of 1930s Polish Songs

A concert of 1930s and wartime Polish songs to mark the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Monte Cassino - Organised as part of this year's #PolishHeritageDays
05 05.2024 Events, History, Music, News

Polish Air Force Day Programme of Events at the Battle of Britain Bunker 11th May

A full day of events and exhibitions to remember and celebrate the contribution of the Polish Air Force during the Second World War. Part of the annual #PolishHeritageDays taking place across the UK.
11 05.2024 Events, History, News

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

“Agent Zo – The Untold Story of Fearless WW2 Resistance Fighter Elzbieta Zawacka”

New book release by authour Clare Mulley. 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