Presents the life of the American Revolutionary War hero, from his childhood in Poland to his role in developing a cavalry unit for the American patriots and his death in battle.
Provides background information on the American Revolution, and describes the roles of Polish heroes Casimir Pulaski and Thaddeus Kosciuszko in winning American independence from the British. Includes a companion DVD.
from Poland to America, a hero's fight for liberty
Kajencki, AnnMarie Francis
2005
Presents a short biography of Count Casimir Pulaski, who fled his native Poland and fought with General George Washington for the cause of American independence.