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A young woman in a library studying an old book, researching her ancestors' history

How to find your ancestors: Genealogist Sergey Fazulyanov on metrical books, revision lists, and archive secrets

Culture 08/14/2026, 15:01
📜 How to find your ancestors: Genealogist Sergey Fazulyanov explains that you should search in archives, not on the internet. Main sources: metrical books, confession lists, and revision lists. 🧐 It is important to consider that surnames could be spelled differently, and search requires knowledge of historical geography. Read the longread on how to bring your family history to life! #genealogy #history #archives
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Group of members of the first all-Ukrainian association of descendants of victims of Polish repressions on building steps in Ternopil with banner 'Memory and Justice'

First All-Ukrainian Association of Descendants of Victims of Polish Repressions Established in Ternopil

Politics 08/11/2026, 21:20
🇺🇦 The first All-Ukrainian Association of descendants of victims of Polish repressions, "Memory and Justice," has been established in Ternopil. The organization is led by Taras Hrebeniak. 📜 The initiative aims to restore historical justice regarding the events of "Pacification" and Operation "Vistula". 🤝 Leaders emphasize: the organization is not against anyone, but for the truth and an honest view of history.
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Polish Sejm Marshal Mirosław Grosz speaking at a podium with EU and Polish flags in the background, outlining strict historical conditions for Ukraine’s EU accession

History as a Condition for Accession: Polish Marshal of the Sejm Sets Strict Requirements for Ukraine

Politics 08/10/2026, 19:35
🇵🇱 Polish Marshal of the Sejm Włodzimierz Czarzasty stated that Ukraine must rethink its history to join the EU. The politician emphasized that the EU is not an "ATM" but about values, and called for the official recognition of the Volhynian tragedy as genocide. 🇺🇦 📉 At the same time, Czarzasty noted the contribution of Ukrainians to the Polish economy (2.7% of GDP) and condemned social tension. Poland also offered assistance in organizing elections in Ukraine. 🗳️ 📍 On August 7, joint exhumation work in Volhynia concluded. #Poland #Ukraine #EU #History
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