Category Archives: Famous Poles

Tadeusz Kościuszko and Thomas Jefferson's African American Slaves– a lesson for Black History Month

Posted on 4 February 2020 by lkonieczny

Today is the birthday of Polish hero of the American Revolution, Tadeusz Kościuszko, born on 04 February 1746.  We all know the part he played in the American Revolutionary War, and he oversaw the construction of state-of-the-art fortifications, including West … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Marie Skłdowska Curie

Posted on 7 November 2017 by lkonieczny

Today, November 7th, 2017, marks the 150th anniversary of one of the greats in the history of Physics and Chemistry, the birthday of Marie Skłodowska, born this day in 1867 in Warsaw, Poland (then a part of the Russian Empire … Continue reading →

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The Savior of Christendom

Posted on 17 June 2016 by lkonieczny

I have a special place in my heart for Jan III Sobieski (1629-1696), King of Poland from 1674 until his death in 1696. Perhaps in part this is because I have read all about him in the excellent book “JAN … Continue reading →

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Irena Sendler

Posted on 23 October 2015 by lkonieczny

Few people today know the story of Irena Sendler. It’s a pity, because it’s a story well worth telling, a tale of a very brave and courageous woman. On this day in history, Irena Sendler was arrested and tortured by … Continue reading →

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Cud nad Wisłą — Miracle on the Vistula

Posted on 15 August 2015 by lkonieczny

Today is not only a momentous day in Polish history, it also marks the 95th anniversary of one of the t0p 20 most important military battles in the history of the world, the Miracle on the Vistula, also known as the … Continue reading →

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Island of Princes — Where did Poland come from?

Posted on 20 April 2015 by lkonieczny

The origins of Poland are steeped in mystery and history, but now a bit more is known. The beginning of Poland is often traced to 966 and the baptism of Mieszkow I, the first Piast King whose acceptance of Christianity … Continue reading →

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On this day in Polish history…. June 27th

Posted on 27 June 2014 by lkonieczny

June 27th is a significant day in Polish history for two events that happened on this day, 48 years apart, in 1581 and in 1629. Both events are a source of great pride for all of us who are of … Continue reading →

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Święty Jan Paweł II — Saint John Paul II

Posted on 27 April 2014 by lkonieczny

Today is a historic day for many Poles all over the world. On this day, the first Polish Pope was made a saint. To me, personally, this is a very amazing event, and a day for celebration not only for … Continue reading →

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Battle of Khotyn (Chocim): November 11, 1673

Posted on 11 November 2013 by lkonieczny

It was 340 years ago today that a significant battle was fought at the fortress of Chocim (today Khotyn in Ukraine) between the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth’s forces led by hetman (miliary chief commander) Jan Sobieski and the Ottoman Empire forces let … Continue reading →

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Today in the History of Poland…

Posted on 19 May 2013 by lkonieczny

….on May 19, 1674, the Grand Hetman of the Crown(Military Commander in Chief) of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, Jan Sobieski, was elected King of Poland. After a period of turnmoil and attacks from various external forces (Turks, Swedes, Tatars, etc.), King … Continue reading →

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