King Jan III Sobieski
Commemoration at Kahlenberg: Poland's First Lady Marta Nawrocka Honors the 343rd Anniversary of Vienna’s Liberation
Ceremonial commemorations marking the 343rd anniversary of the Battle of Kahlenberg (Odsiecz Wiedeńska) of 1683 took place on Vienna’s historic Kahlenberg. The highlight of this year’s celebrations was the visit of the Polish First Lady, Marta Nawrocka, who had traveled to Vienna as part of her third independent trip abroad.
September 14, 2026
Discussion on the Sobieski Monument in Vienna Continues
The discussion about a monument to King Jan III Sobieski in Vienna has picked up speed again. Since 2013, there have been calls for a monument to be erected on the Kahlenberg to the Polish king, who played a key role in saving Vienna from the Ottoman siege in 1683. Despite the failure of these efforts to date, in September 2024 the Polish embassy once again appealed to the relevant authorities to pay due tribute to this important chapter in European history.
October 21, 2024
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