Tadeusz Kosciuszko
Tadeusz Kosciuszko was a Polish-Lithuanian military engineer and leader of the Polish uprising against Russian domination in 1794. He is celebrated as a national hero in Poland and the United States for his role in the American Revolutionary War as well. Kosciuszko's commitment to liberty and his vision of a democratic Poland have made him an enduring symbol of the fight for national independence.
Born on Feb 12, 1746 (279 years old)
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Belarus:
Tadeusz Kościuszko is referred to as a national hero of Belarus and was involved in the American War of Independence.
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Belarus:
Tadeusz Kościuszko is remembered as a national hero of Belarus, Poland, and the USA, who fought against the Russian Empire.
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Slovakia:
He studied at the knightly school founded by Stanislaw August Poniatowski.
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Belarus:
Tadeusz Kosciuszko is mentioned as a leader of the uprising that Jan Nepomucen, Horain's nephew, would later participate in.
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Spain:
Tadeusz Kościuszko led the Polish army to victory against the Russian army at the Battle of Racławice.
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Ukraine:
Kosciuszko is referenced as another historical figure who, like Mazepa, faced defeat but is still honored by his nation.
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