Justinas Marcinkevičius
Justinas Marcinkevičius (1930–2011) was a prominent Lithuanian poet, playwright, translator, academic, and public figure. He is best known for his significant contributions to Lithuanian literature, including works such as the dramatic trilogy 'Mindaugas', 'Mažvydas', and 'Katedra'. Throughout his career, he published around 50 works encompassing poetry, children's literature, drama, essays, and journalistic pieces. Marcinkevičius played an active role in Lithuania's struggle for independence, participating in the Sąjūdis movement. Despite his accolades, including the Lithuanian National Culture and Art Prize in 2001, his legacy is complex, as some of his works from the Soviet era have sparked debate regarding their alignment with the regime. His memory is honored through various monuments and tributes, including a recent project in Druskininkai that celebrates his contributions.
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Justinas Marcinkevičius scored 9 points in the match.
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Lithuania· 2026-02-15
Justinas Marcinkevičius made key three-pointers during the game.
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Justinas Marcinkevičius made a significant play with a dunk.
Lentelės kaimynų susidūrime triumfavo kėdainiškiaiLithuania· 2025-11-03
The parliamentary leader will also pay respects at the grave of poet Justinas Marcinkevičius.
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Justinas Marcinkevičius contributed with 13 points including three 3-pointers.
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Justinas Marcinkevičius contributed significantly with 17 points and 4 rebounds.
Milaknio debiutas paženklintas pralaimėjimu buvusiai jo komandaiLithuania· 2025-10-23
Justinas Marcinkevičius is a revered poet whom Nijolė Marytė Šerniūtė admires deeply.
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Justinas Marcinkevičius is a renowned Lithuanian poet and playwright whose works have significantly impacted Lithuanian culture.
Trys paminklai per metus – ar jau kanonizuojame Justiną Marcinkevičių? | KultūraLithuania· 2025-08-20
Justinas Marcinkevičius is honored with a sculpture in Druskininkai for his contributions as a poet.
Druskininkuose atidengiama poetui Justinui Marcinkevičiui skirta skulptūra | KultūraLithuania· 2025-07-05
The square in Druskininkai was named after Justinas Marcinkevičius, a significant figure.
Druskininkuose miesto skveras pavadintas Justino Marcinkevičiaus vardu | KultūraLithuania· 2025-06-29
Justinas Marcinkevičius is honored with a cultural path in Lithuania that reflects his literary contributions.
Lietuvoje sertifikuoti nauji kultūros keliai, skirti Justinui Marcinkevičiui ir dvarams | KultūraLithuania· 2025-06-28
Justinas Marcinkevičius is a poet whose works and life choices spark significant debate regarding his memorialization.
Rimantas Kmita apie paminklus prieštaringiems rašytojams: „Atmeskime klystančius genijus ir mums liks vien vidutinybių kultūra“ | KultūraLithuania· 2025-05-31
Justinas Marcinkevičius contributed 7 points to the team's total.
„Vilkai“ dar vienu sutriuškinimu užbaigė Mažeikių klubo agonijąLithuania· 2025-05-22
Justinas Marcinkevičius is commemorated with a monument in Druskininkai, which has raised over 100,000 euros for its construction.
Druskininkai surinko 100 tūkst. eurų J. Marcinkevičiaus paminklui, atidarymą žada liepos 6-ąją | KultūraLithuania· 2025-05-09