Celebrations of Poland's Independence Day. Shown here are the participants of the 22nd Independence Parade in the northern city of Gdańsk, November 11, 2024. The event includes historical reenactment groups, scouts, vintage car owners, and performers.Photo: PAP/Adam Warżawa
This year, we start commemorating the anniversary with a tribute to the leaders and forces that championed Poland’s path to freedom, foremost among which stands Marshal Józef Piłsudski.
We'll also take you on tours of spectacular places that offer new ways for Poles and visitors alike to connect with the country’s past including modern, multimedia-rich exhibits that range from Poland’s medieval roots and the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth to the 19th-century partitions and the long road to independence.