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Mennonites in Early Modern Poland and Prussia

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Explores the history of Mennonite communities in Poland and Prussia, particularly from the 16th to 18th centuries. It details their migration from the Netherlands due to persecution, their settlement in the Vistula Delta and other regions, and their significant role in draining and cultivating previously unusable marshlands. The text also covers the religious tolerance (though not always full equality) they experienced under the Polish crown, their economic contributions as artisans, farmers, and merchants, and the challenges they faced regarding their pacifist beliefs and integration into society, including disputes over church dues and military service.

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