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October 20, 2018
10 am in Ashman Library

Screening of the historical drama THE BATTLE OF WARSAW 1920 recounting Poland's decisive victory over the Soviet invaders in one of the most critical battles in the world's history. The resounding defeat of Soviet army derailed the Soviet plan to spread communism all over Europe and preserved the sovereignty of the newly reborn Polish state (1918). The cruelty of invaders is expressively depicted on the backdrop of trials and tribulations faced by a newly married couple separated by the war. Historical figures appearing in the movie include Józef Piłsudski leading Poles to victory achieved against all odds..... check here for more information

 

October 21, 2018
4 pm in Mills Recital Hall

In this rare opportunity to experience Poland's musical heritage and diversity, Igor Lipinski performs music by some of the greatest Polish composers of the 19th - 21th century: Fryderyk (Frédéric) Chopin, Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Karol Szymanowski, Grażyna Bacewicz, and Paweł Mykietyn..... Polish-born Igor Lipinski is a seasoned concert pianist, university professor and occasionally, a magician (see videos to the right). Check here for more information.

 

October 25, 2018
4m in UW Pyle Center

Dr Donald Pienkos, professor emeritus of political science from UW -Milwaukee comes again to Madison to talk about events leading to Poland regaining independence in 1918. Among the main people who made Poland's rebirth happen were a soldier, a politician, a famous musician, and one of American presidents. Join us to learn more about those charismatic characters and historical events that brought Poland back on the map of Europe after 123 years of partitions... check here for more information

 

PHOTOS from 2018 WILLY ST. FAIR & PARADE

 

 

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