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Striving for Independence (lecture)
Thursday, October 20, 2022, 06:00pm - 07:00pm
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THE POLISH HERITAGE CENTER
at Panna Maria

presents a virtual lecture

STRIVING FOR INDEPENDENCE: Polish Contribution to the American Freedom and
the Struggles of Polish Nation to Regain Inependence


Dr Piotr Przybylski
Assistant Director for Polish Studies
University of St. Thomas

► link to the event ◄


From the event's website
: Dr. Przybylski describes Polish strong support of the American freedom movement during the Revolutionary War from 1775-1783. He will discuss the US ties to the Polish king and the bravery and know-how of key Polish officers who fought for American independence. Dr. Przybylski will also give an overview of the 350 turbulent years of Polish history from the golden age of empire to its partition and struggles to regain independence. And the influence of Polish settlers on Texas demographics and economy will also be presented.

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