Kaczkowo

Kaczkowo is a Kashubian village in the Pomeranian Voivodeship, Wejherowo County, inhabited by 338 residents across an area of 7.90 km². Its history dates back to the 13th century when it was part of the Duchy of Białogarda, ruled by Prince Racibor, and later came under the authority of Mściwój II. After various conflicts and takeovers, Kaczkowo fell under the rule of the Teutonic Knights, later passed to Brandenburg, and finally returned to Poland after World War II. The village has preserved its Slavic heritage, as indicated by its name, derived from the Kacza stream. Architecturally, mills were of particular importance. In the late Middle Ages, a mill located in the Kacza Struga valley served nearby villages. Kaczkowo boasts rich cultural traditions tied to its Kashubian heritage and Polish law, which persisted even during the Teutonic era. An interesting fact is the Teutonic fiscal records from 1400, which reveal detailed tax obligations of the residents, including their original Slavic names. The village has also witnessed the changing fortunes of Pomerania, making it a fascinating site on the map of Polish history.