Landing on the Moon
In 1969 first human set foot on the Moon. After the landing, a very famous astronaut plays a round of golf. However, after a couple of years, the humanity starts to get bored with these type of moon sports.
The history of Włocławek origins
Włocławek Ketchup has been with us for a long time. Its taste and recipe stayed original throughout the years.
A dog Laika in outer space
A dog who was exploring the space. It might have not wanted to do it at all, however everyone now knows, who was the dog called Laika.
A scene with soda water saturatory
Soda water saturatory could be encountered in all Polish towns. The customers were using the same glass to drink water, that’s why it was caled “the tuberculosis”.
Fiat 125
Almost solely a polish automotive idea. Fiat 125p was built under Italy license. The car was called a Large Fiat, because it was bigger than Fiat 126p.
Mazowsze Folk Group
It’s the time of special promotions of folk culture. Poles could encounter it in Cepelia or in folk groups of song and dance.
Winter of the century
On January 1st 1979 the whole country was paralyzed by the frost. There were problems with transport, power outage, and tanks were used to clear snow from the streets.
First panel buildings
First panel building constructed of prefabricated concrete appeared during the 50’s. However, it was during the 70’s that they became one with the polish landscape.
Arcade games
Arcade games are one of the landmarks of the west. Kids went crazy over them, because in the 80s. hardly anyone had a computer at home.
Fall of the Berlin Wall
The Wall that divided Berlin in half was erected in 1961, it was torn down in 1989. It was a symbol of the cold war. It’s fall symbolised an end to the era of communism.
A queue at the shop
During the 80’s there were queues at the stores, even though the shelves were almost empty.
Solidarity
Solidarity won the elections on 4th of June 1989 and in the 90s we lived in free Poland.
First cell phones
First cell phones weight a lot. They cost a lot too and in the 90s were a symbol of luxury.
NATO
On 12th of March 1999 Poland accessed NATO. This strengthened our position in the world arena.
10th-Anniversary Stadium
In the 90’s, on a decaying 10th-Anniversary Stadium operated one of the biggest fairs of Europe.
Dolly the sheep
Dolly was one of the first mammals to be cloned and with a “baah” entered the 21st century.
Smartphone
In the 21st century a smartphone enters between the people. It makes them happy at first, because it has a lot of useful functions. However, soon it starts to disturb them, because it started to consume more and more time.
Unmanned landing on Mars
No human being, have landed on Mars so far, but a successful unmanned mission have already happened.
Poland in the European Union
Since 1st of May 2004 Poland is a member of the European Union. We became a part of an important union, which aims to progress both in social and economic ways.
Włocławek factory
A place where the unique taste of Włocławek ketchup was born.
The 60’s.
Hippie movement is about to be born into the world and Americans are about to land on the Moon. Outer space draws attention, but it’s the Earth that is becoming really tasty.
The 70’s.
Gierek’s decade and disco era - a Pole becomes Pope, Eagles led by coach Górsky triumph over other teams in the fields. It’s a bitter time, which sometimes has it’s taste.
The 80’s.
The decade ends and so does the Communism in Poland. However, before it happens, you need to queue up and patiently wait your turn. Year ‘89 has the taste of long wished freedom.
The 90’s.
The world’s map is changing. The Soviet Union ceases to exist and Poland becomes a member of NATO. Western culture is entering Poland, however Włocławek still has its place on our tables in a new reality.
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The 21st century
A lot has changed since Włocławek first appeared on Polish tables. Almost everything is changing. Almost...because even in the 21st century, Włocławek still tastes the same.