Мета і наслідки другого походу чеського короля Пршемисла Отакара ІІ на Пруссію на зламі 1267–1268 років

Abstract

The article covers main events related to the preparation of the second crusade of Przemysl Otakar II to Prussia. An attempt is being made to find out the intentions of the Czech king which urged him to organize the campaign. The official purpose of the armed action was to assist the Teutonic Order in suppressing the revolt of the Prussians who were heathens. However, Przemysl Otakar II's aspirations were more visionary in nature. He sought to conquer new territories, and perhaps even gain access to the Baltic Sea to create a universal monarchy. An important component of the plans of the Czech ruler was also the intention to obtain the status of Archiepiscopate for the Olomouc Episcopacy, which would play an important role in the expansion of Christianity on the conquered territories inhabited by the Pagans. It was also a convenient occasion for the emancipation of the Olomouc Episcopacy from the authority of the Mainz Archdiocese. However, the Pope did not want to conflict with the Mainz Archdiocese, and therefore did not support the desire of Przemysl Otakar II. In general, the second crusade to Prussia was unfinished and did not reach the goals that the Czech ruler sought to organize.