Austro-Hungarian Bank Flashcards
What has the majestic building been witness to?
This majestic building has been a witness to some incredible events that have shaped the course of history.
What happened to the building after the First World War?
After the First World war, the building became the property of the Czechoslovak National bank.
When did the Czechoslovak National Bank extend the building?
which extended it in 1936 - 1937 by adding an extra storey with flats.
What did the building help do in 1938?
And in 1938, this building played an important role in safeguarding one of the most valuable treasures of Czech history.
What jewels were hidden in the building?
The crown jewels of the kings of Bohemia were hidden in the bank’s safes.
When were the crown jewels of the kings of Bohemia hidden in the bank’s safes?
In September 1938
From who were the jewels hidden?
From the agents of the German Reich.
What orders did the president Beneš give?
President Beneš gave orders for the jewels to be taken away
Why did the president Beneš give orders for the jewels to be taken away?
Due to the threat of Prague being bombed during the Sudetenland conflict.
Who knew about the secret mission?
Only president Beneš and the bank’s top management.
After the jewels have been transported into Žilina, where were they hidden?
They were hidden in the safe of Veľká Fatra hotel in Rajecké Teplice.
…in Rajecké Teplice. But…
Did you know the jewels might have left Prague castle only once before and that was to come to Slovakia?
What is this moment (jewels)?
It is a significant moment in the history of the Czech national treasure, and it’s amazing to think that most Czechs and Slovaks have no idea about it even today.
After the second world war, who used the building?
After the Second World War, the building was used by various banks such as the Czechoslovak State Bank, the Trade Bank, and the Czechoslovak Trade Bank.
When was the bank renovated?
Now, after undergoing extensive renovation from 2015 - 2017
