Polish Independence Day

Today is Polish Independence Day. The Last few days there have been a lot of Polish Flags hung up all over Bielsko. Including several from people's balconies on our apartment building. I did a little research and below is  a nice summary of the Holiday. I am kind of bummed because it landed on a Sunday so we don't get a day off from school. 

National Independence Day is the most important Polish national holiday. On November 11, 1918, after 123 years of captivity, Poland regained its independence.

The date of 11 November was announced a national holiday in 1937. From 1939 to 1989, celebration of the holiday was forbidden. After the collapse of communist government, the holiday gained significance and it is now public holiday.

Major celebrations, attended by Polish State authorities, are held in Warsaw. At noon, a ceremonious change of guards takes place before the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.Patriotic gatherings and parades are held throughout Poland. Churches celebrate masses with the intentions of the Homeland.

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Information via: http://en.poland.gov.pl/