During the First World War, the Polish independence milieus disagreed on geopolitical choices and decided to support different European powers. Roman Dmowski, the leader of the National Democracy (Narodowa Demokracja, ND), wanted to strive for autonomy within the Russian Empire so before the outbreak of the war, he supported the Triple Entente that was the… Continue reading Founding Meeting of the Polish National Committee
The Republic of Poland lost its independence in the 18th century as a result of 3 partitions of its territory conducted by its neighbors —Russia, Prussia, and Austria —in 1772, 1792 (only Russia and Prussia), and 1795. The 3rd partition whiped Poland off the map. Throughout the 19th century Poles made numerous attempts to reinstate… Continue reading Józef Piłsudski’s address to troops of the Riflemen’s Association and the Polish Rifle Squads
