Osudy rodiny Mandelíků, majitelů zámku v Ratboři u Kolína
The Fate of the Mandelík Family, Owners of the Castle in Ratboř near Kolín

Author(s): Ladislav Jouza
Subject(s): Jewish studies, Economic history, Ethnohistory, Recent History (1900 till today), 19th Century
Published by: Židovské Muzeum v Praze
Keywords: Mandelík family; Kolín; sugar industry; entrepreneurship; World War II; community involvement;
Summary/Abstract: The document details the history of the Mandelík family, prominent entrepreneurs in Kolín and its surroundings. It highlights their rise in the sugar industry, starting with Bernard Mandelík in the 19th century, and the family's significant contributions to the local economy. The Mandelíks were involved in various industries, including oil refining, chemical production, and agriculture. They also played a crucial role in the development of Kolín's infrastructure and social life, supporting cultural and charitable activities. The family's fortunes were intertwined with the broader historical events of the 19th and 20th centuries, including the impact of World War II and the subsequent communist regime. Despite facing numerous challenges, the Mandelíks left a lasting legacy in the region, with their entrepreneurial spirit and community involvement being particularly noteworthy.

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