Union of Lublin

• Treaty name


  Union of Lublin, signed in 1569.
• Purpose


  Formation of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, establishing a stable union between Poland and Lithuania.
• Negotiations


  Conducted in Lublin by representatives of the Polish and Lithuanian nobility.
• Political Structure


  Established a common parliament (Sejm) and joint governmental institutions, while preserving distinct identities and traditions.
• Noble Privileges


  Granted significant rights and privileges to the nobility, contributing to their empowerment within the state.
• Cultural Impact


  Facilitated the spread of Polish culture and language, promoted religious tolerance and diversity within the Commonwealth.
• Historical Significicance


  Made the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth one of the largest and most powerful states in Europe during the early modern period.