Marek Jan Chodakiewicz

Dr. Marek Jan Chodakiewicz is a Professor of History at the Institute of World Politics (IWP) in Washington, D.C., and holds the Kociuszko Chair in Polish Studies. He specializes in Eastern European history, Cold War studies, espionage, and political analysis, with a focus on Poland, the Soviet Union, and post-Soviet geopolitics. His research includes works on Józef Piłsudski, Soviet espionage techniques, and the legacy of communism.

Key research interests include 20th-century Eastern European history, Cold War espionage, and the intersection of politics and security in post-Soviet states. He is affiliated with the Kosciuszko Chair & Center for Intermarium Studies, emphasizing strategic analysis of the region between the Baltic and Black Seas.

His publications span over a decade, analyzing topics such as Russian espionage networks, the history of Polish resistance movements, and the geopolitical strategies of authoritarian regimes. His work often challenges revisionist narratives and advocates for a nuanced understanding of Eastern Europe’s complex history.