Famous Poles

Courageous, proud and daring, these famous Poles are like the eagle that has served as their national emblem since the twelfth century. They have preserved their culture and national identity against the nearly insurmountable odds of debilitating alien rule, devastating major wars and the surrender of their lands for 150 years to foreign powers. The Poles' intense pride in their culture is more than justifiable considering the broad spectrum of human endeavor they have enriched through their contributions.

In the eighteenth century, Poland was systematically erased as a viable political nation. Nothing was left except a cultural bond which was the glue that bonded together a modern Poland, more vital than ever. Polish culture is more than a collection of modes of expression in the arts or folkways.

It is a symbol of life and the self-expression of a nation which refused to die. An excellent place to search for clues into this national character is Polish literature which both reflected and influenced the life of the nation.

Literature became a vehicle for dramatic change. The realistic novel achieved greatness, poetry found new purpose and short stories developed into cut diamonds of literary perfection.

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One of the best known poles

FRYDERYK CHOPIN

One of the greatest and most popular composers of all time. He made the themes and rhythms of his native land part of the world's musical heritage.