Election of John III Sobieski

Date: May 19, 1674 • Location: Kraków, Poland

John III Sobieski (pictured) was elected by the szlachta as the monarch of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.

John III Sobieski was King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania from 1674 until his death in 1696.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Poland's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.