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Aug 2023
1h 21m

What Is Poland?

Bro History
About this episode

On today's episode, we dive into the intricate story of Polish nationalism.


Starting with it's earliest histories, we trace trace how it evolves throughout the 19th century, discussing a few key figures and their roles in shaping Poland's narrative.


This episode isn't just about history and politics; we're on a quest to understand what truly constitutes Poland. So, join us on this slightly confusing and complicated journey through Poland's rich past as we continue to explore what makes Poland... well, uniquely Poland.


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