Gdynia and the dream of a maritime Poland
Summary
The article traces how Gdynia evolved from a small Baltic fishing village into a modern port, embodying interwar Poland’s modernization and its ambitions for sea access. It situates Gdynia as a microcosm of national identity, contrasting it with Warsaw and Vilnius, while highlighting the political and security context with Germany and surrounding neighbours. The piece also touches on architecture, culture, emigration, and the port’s broader geopolitical significance.