Winter’s Rest, Summer’s Fury: The Winged Hussars’ Campaign Calendar
When I picture the legendary Polish winged hussars, I often imagine them charging across the battlefield with wings spread, lances leveled, [...]
May Traditions in Poland: From Pagan Roots to Christian Celebrations
Is it spring where you are, or are you heading into fall? If it's spring, you might have given a [...]
The Lion of the Commonwealth: Jan Karol Chodkiewicz
Today I would like to introduce you to a different 17th century hetman (general), one who shared many commonalities with Stanisław [...]
Polish Traditions: All Saints Day in Poland
It feels as though traditions abound this time of year. In the US, children dress up in costumes and hold up [...]
A Hussar’s Sabre and the U.S. Cavalry Sword
Polish winged hussars rode into battle bristling with weapons, though they were most famous for the kopia, the long lance, which they [...]