INVENTORY OF THE HISTORICAL ARCHIVE OF THE SECRETARIAT OF STATE OF THE HOLY SEE. PIUS XII TEAM. VOLUME 1. POLAND SERIES

Discover the fascinating history of relations between the Vatican and Poland during the turbulent years of Pius XII's pontificate. This unique inventory, prepared by the Institute of National Remembrance, opens the door to priceless documents from the Historical Archive of the Secretariat of State of the Holy See. Immerse yourself in the world of papal diplomacy and learn about the Vatican's knowledge of Nazi and Soviet crimes.

• Detailed list of documents concerning the relations of Pope Pius XII with Poland and the Poles.
• Practical information for researchers wishing to conduct queries in the archive.
• Answer to the question about the extent of the Vatican's knowledge of Nazi and Soviet crimes.
• Shows the activities of Vatican diplomacy towards totalitarian systems.
• The first inventory of this type prepared on the basis of the ASRS collections by the IPN.
• Contains additional and practical information useful for researchers.

The Historical Archive of the Secretariat of State (ASRS) is a treasure trove of knowledge about papal diplomacy of the 19th and 20th centuries. The Pius XII team (1939-1958) contains documents that shed new light on the Vatican's relations with Poland during and after World War II. This inventory is an invaluable tool for historians, researchers and anyone interested in the history of Poland and the Catholic Church.

The inventory of the "Poland" series is the result of the work of experts from the IPN who have thoroughly analyzed and cataloged the documents in the Pius XII team. Thanks to this, researchers can easily find the materials they are interested in and conduct their research effectively. This publication contains not only a list of documents, but also information about their content, historical context and significance for understanding Polish-Vatican relations.

This inventory is the key to understanding the role of the Vatican in the difficult times of World War II and post-war Polish history. It allows for a new look at the activities of Vatican diplomacy and an assessment of its impact on the fate of Poland and the Poles. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to delve into the history of Poland and the Catholic Church in the 20th century.

Technical data: Pages: 984, Format: 172x241 mm, Year of publication: 2025, Binding: hardcover, Publisher: IPN, Number of pages: 984, Binding: hardcover, Format: 172x241 mm.