The 1980 August Agreements were the breaking point in the contemporary history of Poland and the harbinger of what followed: the downfall of the communist system in Eastern Europe.
The local Polish-American community hosted the ‘Paderewski’s Days 2019’ festival in November, which celebrated composer and Polish statesman Ignacy Jan Paderewski with a series of concerts and lectures.
After many years of concerted efforts, including letters to members of congress, bilateral talks and rallies, Poland has joined the Visa Waiver Program, meaning Polish citizens are not required to…
