This fascinating historical study traces the origins and experiences of Polish immigrants in the United States, from colonial times to the early 20th century. Kraitsir also delves into the complex history of Poland itself, providing valuable context for understanding the struggles and achievements of Polish-Americans. Anyone with an interest in immigration, ethnic history, or the American experience will find this book illuminating and thought-provoking. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.