The Battle of Grunwald 1410: Poland and Lithuania Crush the Teutonic Order

In 1410, the combined forces of the Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania met the Teutonic Order in one of the largest battles of medieval Europe. This episode walks through the lead-up, the clash near the village of Grunwald, and the aftermath that reshaped Central Europe. Learn about King Władysław II Jagiełło, Grand Duke Vytautas, the tragic death of the Order's Grand Master Ulrich von Jungingen, and the legend of the "Two Swords" sent by the Teutonic knights. We also explore the contested numbers—how many men actually fought?—and why the victory, though massive, didn't finish the Order entirely. The conversation touches on the role of the legendary Czech knight Jan Žižka, the military tactics of the day, and the political fallout including the Peace of Thorn (1411). A turning point for the Polish-Lithuanian union and the end of Teutonic expansion. #BattleOfGrunwald #TeutonicOrder #Jagiello #Vytautas #UlrichVonJungingen #JanZizka #PeaceOfThorn #Poland #Lithuania #MedievalHistory #1410 #FexingoHistory #History #EasternEurope #PolesAndLithuanians #MedievalBattles #Grünwald #PolishHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo