Archive for September, 2012
Do you remember Pola Negri? Posted by Kasia on Sep 3, 2012
This year marks the twenty fifth anniversary of the death of one of cinemas most charismatic, glamorous and exotic actresses. Someone who, despite very humble beginnings in her birth country of Poland, rose to prominence and became a beloved icon worldwide: Miss Pola Negri. She was born Barbara Apolonia Chałupiec on January 3rd 1897 in Lipno…
Remains of Auschwitz heros Posted by Kasia on Sep 2, 2012
Poland hopes to identify remains of Auschwitz hero. Authorities search for skeleton (szkielet) of Polish resistance fighter who volunteered to infiltrate death camp to document Nazi atrocities. It could hardly have been a riskier mission: infiltrate Auschwitz to chronicle Nazi atrocities. Witold Pilecki survived nearly three years as an inmate in the death camp, managing to smuggle…
Łódź – blooming city Posted by Kasia on Sep 1, 2012
Have you been to Łódź in Poland? The once-hardy industrial heartland of Poland has quickly grown out of its rust-filled roots to become one of the most rapidly evolving areas of the country. Rocking to the rhythm of high-speed development, the city is alive with a vast choice of cultural landmarks and activities, creative spirit…