President Trump announced that October 11 is the day the U.S. will pay tribute to General Kazimierz Pulaski. The president signed the proclamation of independence for the United States in 243.
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Casimir Pulaski
Born on March 6, 1945. He was a count, marshal and general. A distinguished officer, known all over Europe. He became the war hero of the United States because he fought fiercely for their independence. General Pulaski has been called "the father of the American cavalry.
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Acquaintance with Benjamin Franklin
He owes General Pulaski to the American army to Benjamin Franklin. It was he who wrote a letter recommending him, which was sent to George Washington himself. Its content was as follows: "Count Pulaski from Poland, an officer famous all over Europe for his courage and his actions while defending the country's freedom against major powers: Russia, Austria and Prussia, may be of use in our service."
He saved the life of George Washington
The first fight and contact with the enemy that Kazimierz Pułaski suffered took place on September 11 on the Brandywine River. Unfortunately, in that clash, George Washington's officers did not win, but allegedly, thanks to General Pulaski, they left the battle without major losses. Additionally, an important news from this historic moment is the fact that at that time George Washington's life was saved by Pulaski himself. The rescue was due to the chief's warning against the approaching enemies. It was for these merits that he was awarded the rank of Brigadier General.
The slogan "Pulaski". response "Poland"
236 years ago, General Pulaski fought his last battle. It took place on October 9, 1779. It was the Battle of Savannah, in a city in the state of Georgia. Unfortunately, as a result of the injuries that Pulaski suffered during this battle, two days later, on October 11, the general died. George Washington, on the sad news of the death of a distinguished officer, set the obligatory slogan "Pulaski" for all the guards, the response "Poland".
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President Trump and paying tribute to the general
Yesterday, President Trump signed a proclamation in which we can read that Americans are very grateful to this day for what the general has done for their country. The president believes that Pulaski has become a kind of embodiment of "the special bonds that still bind the American and Polish nations to this day".
