Kosciuszko Means Freedom

General Thaddeus Kosciuszko (1746-1817) is a hero of two nations who fought in the Continental Army for the independence of the United States of America. Kosciuszko served seven years in the service of General George Washington and the American cause, proving instrumental in the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga and was responsible for overseeing the fortification of West Point. Described by Thomas Jefferson as “the purest son of liberty” Kosciuszko was a strong proponent of universal liberty and human rights, who deeded his wartime pay to purchase freedom for American slaves.
2017 marks the 200th anniversary of General Thaddeus Kosciuszko’s passing.
We remember Thaddeus Kosciuszko, a patriot, freedom fighter, and advocate for liberty, equality and human rights.

[@valmid5069]

*This Polish dude is definitely underrated; he had many adventures in European conflicts afterwards similar to de Lafayette*

[@williamm374]

As I watch this, the Kosciuszko statue in Washington stands vandalized. It shows the profound ignorance of what Kosciuszko stood for. Chopin was inspired by the fact his father fought for Kosciuszko.

[@pablox11NEW]

now it's devastated

[@alekjanowski9847]

By the ones who's laws he fought and apelled for...

[@ronaldostrowski4014]

As an Australian of part Polish descent I have yet to see an American documentary, movie, TV show or even a history book about the American Revolution even mention Kosciuszko. The same applies to the father of the American Cavalry, Casimir Pulaski. All I hear about here in Australia are Americans of all colours and creeds telling disgusting Polish jokes. There is no mention of the 1608 Jamestown Polish settlers or Sadowski (nee Sandusky) who established a the first trading post in Ohio, and whose grandsons were scouts for Daniel Boone as he settled Kentucky. No mention at all.

[@KonradofKrakow]

Polish jokes are the result of Prussian/German XIX century propaganda, and the fact that many early Polish immigrants came from occupied lands and had trouble learning proper English while working long harsh hours in steel mills and factories. It is quite incredible that these unjust stereotypes continue to live on, even if they are only "innocent" jokes. Ironically, while most Americans would probably agree that Polish names and words are difficult to learn and pronounce, they rarely realize it is equally hard the other way around.

[@XDanzel1]

Actually they almost never mention how many europeans fought by their side
Its kinda sad

[@susanharris8626]

There are hundreds of bridges, parks, monuments dedicated to these angels of humanity. They are everywhere in USA.

[@ronaldostrowski4014]

@@susanharris8626Those who recently defaced the monument to Kosciuszko in Washington did not even know who he was. ua-cam.com/video/V-RqYCbxOv4/v-deo.html This translates to a lack of information about the man and his deeds. I recently watched American television series "Turn" and when I watched the last season about Benedict Arnold at West Point getting the fortification plans there was no mention of Kosciuszko. The plans Arnold stole were Kosciusko's plans. Kosciuszko was considered a favourite of Washington and Jefferson. In one episode when Washington visits Kosciuszko's West Point fortification plans Arnold introduces him to each of the officers by name. Despite the fact that Kosciuszko was actually there and worked with Arnold before he became a traitor the episode failed to mention Kosciuszko. DISGRACEFUL!!!!!

[@susanharris8626]

Ronald Ostrowski I’m very lucky. Although not a catholic I got a world class education from the Sisters of Charity and I sent my kids to the Charities as well. I know who the great Polish heroes are and that Kosciusko in particular was driven by his disgust for slavery. He was the purest Freedom Fighter. He is a saint.

[@Johntb100]

Thank You !

[@Iomeces]

Ironically, I had never heard of Kosciuszko before his statue was vandalized. I find American Revolutionary history fascinating, and I"m glad to learn about this hero!

[@michaelcap9550]

More likely to have heard of Pulaski.

[@chaospatriot76]

Up in Upstate New York, one of the few recognizable landmarks around Albany is the Twin Bridges over the Mohawk River, which officially bear Kosciuszko's name

[@Mijn24]

There is a park with a monument dedicated to Kosciusko where I live

[@Culturepl_magazine]

If you’re still having trouble pronouncing ‘Kościuszko’ after watching this charming video from our colleagues at the Polish Embassy in Washington, why not check out Culture.pl’s explainer on how to do it like a native? ;) ua-cam.com/video/_4WxBvphIyg/v-deo.html

[@aviadilo]

The narrator keeps mispronouncing Kościuszko's name! He says "Koss-choosko" instead of "Kosh-choosh-ko". Hard to believe the Polish embassy couldn't teach this man to pronounce it correctly or find someone who could.

[@dimonchik56]

Nyegosh Dube absolutely agree and I would say not Fadeus but Tadeush

[@JK360noscope]

Give something for the americans to grasp. Thaddeus "Kosh-choosh-ko" would be best.

[@btsbts5298]

Jestem Polakiem...

[@zbys1003]

POLAND

[@FurlogTheGiant]

pronounced Koz-E-os-coe in Indiana

[@Jhessa2]

I spent 21 years trying to get the Hoosiers to quit disrespecting the General.

[@twinklegallery]

He owned slaves. This is revisionist history.

[@chceszbyckocurtosieprowadz]

you mean George Washington ?