Polish monarchy

The Polish monarchy was a royal system in Poland where kings ruled over the land, often elected by nobles rather than appointed by divine right. It existed from medieval times until the late 18th century, with periods of strong centralized authority and times of shared power with the aristocracy. The monarchy played a crucial role in shaping Poland’s politics, culture, and identity. Notable monarchs include Casimir III and Stanisław August Poniatowski. The monarchy was ultimately abolished in 1795 during the partitions of Poland, leading to a period of foreign domination until Poland regained independence in the 20th century.