Poland

independent workers' labor union

Germany during ww2, Sweden in 1655
In World War 2 Poland was invaded by Germany.

C. Western

beautiful = piękny

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The languages spoken in Poland and the Baltic countries, primarily Polish, Lithuanian, Latvian, and Estonian, reflect a complex history of cultural influences, invasions, and political changes. Polish is a Slavic language, showcasing the country's ties to other Slavic nations, while Lithuanian and Latvian belong to the Baltic branch of the Indo-European family, highlighting their unique heritage. Estonian, a Finno-Ugric language, illustrates the influence of neighboring Finnish and Uralic cultures. The linguistic diversity in these regions mirrors historical interactions, including the impact of neighboring powers like Russia, Germany, and Sweden, as well as centuries of shifting borders and national identities.

Nothing good. Technically they were not 'allies'. Of course.

Gdansk, or as we know it, Danzig lies on Poland's coast.

Communism in Poland effectively ended with the rise of the Solidarity movement in the early 1980s, which united workers and intellectuals in opposition to the communist regime. In 1989, after years of negotiations and mounting public pressure, partially free elections were held, leading to a landslide victory for Solidarity and its leader, Lech Wałęsa. This resulted in the formation of a non-communist government, marking a significant shift away from communist rule. The success of Poland's transition inspired similar movements across Eastern Europe, ultimately contributing to the broader collapse of communism in the region.

Made in Poland was created on 2011-12-20.

Social Democracy of the Republic of Poland was created in 1990.

Because it insured a full scale Euorpean war. Britain and France both had pledged to protect Poland.

Tens of thousands of Polish Jews settled in Germany in the inter-war period due to nationalist and racist policies in Poland. This fostered still more anti-Semitic hatreds in Germany and to a mentally ill like Hitler this was unforgivable.

Poland had a considerable Jew community, which Hitler wanted to eliminate.

To a nationalist like Hitler, the lost territories by Germany in WWI in favour of Poland were unacceptable. But above all, Hitler wanted to push Germany into war to control the whole world and Poland was a first step because UK and France guaranteed Polish independence.

The Teutonic Knights arrived in Poland in 1226 when they were invited by Duke Konrad I of Masovia to help defend against the pagan Prussians. They established a stronghold in the region and gradually expanded their influence, leading to significant military campaigns and the eventual establishment of the State of the Teutonic Order. Their presence in Poland significantly shaped the historical and political landscape of the region over the following centuries.

While his castle now lies in ruins, the Cathedral of Vienna still honors the Ogonczyk coat of arms of the family of Sir Mikolaj Powala of Taczew, who is noted for his participation in the Battle of Grunwald in 1410.

A more famous medieval Polish knight and nobleman was Zawisza Czarny (Zawisza the Black of Garbow, also known as 'the Black Knight'), who also took part in the Battle of Grunwald in 1410 against the Teutonic Order.

Poland was taken over in one week by both the Nazis (who attack first) and then the Russians.

The PAX Association was a pro-communist secular Catholic Organization created in 1947 in the People's Republic of Poland. This organization has been formed with the intention to undermine grass-roots support for the Roman Catholic Church in Stalinist Poland.

Yes

German.

Apart is the undisputed leader of the Polish jewelry market.

Polish state is made up of 16 voivodeships.

Yes, many forests in Poland are pine forests.

stalin attacked on one side of poland and also invaded FINLAND :)