History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]


You should have done it in 1943 (Warsaw Ghetto Uprising), together with your Jewish countrymen. You probably wouldn't beat the Nazis either but you'd make it last longer (speculation, I know).

History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]

Oh really? Why is it dumb? Because they were Jews (Polish citizens though) or because both Uprisings didn't make any sense since it was clear that there was no realistic chance for success?

History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]


What was the point of the Warsaw Uprising in 1944? (same point)


the chance to succeed was exactly the same in both cases and I'm sure that at least the higher ranking leaders of the Warsaw Uprising 1944, were aware of it.


OK, then tell me what made them believe, they had a chance against the Nazis? They knew that they can't count on any help from the Soviets.

The last thing Stalin wanted, was Poland from before the WWII.

History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]


so if you did it together in 1943, it wouldn't be the same in your eyes? They were also Poles (Polish Jews). As I said, the chances were the same.


of course I know but it was clear, they wouldn't help you. Again, the last thing Stalin wanted, was Poland from before WWII.

You don't know me or my education level so it's much smarter for you to concentrate on our debate instead to throw insults in my face (unless you're unable to discuss).


Common sense, just compare both political systems, Poland before WWII and the SU. It's sad I have to explain it to you.


Excuse me? What wasn't clear back then, that the SU was a commie country and Poland wasn't?
Who needs to get some education now..."dude"?

History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]


It had something to do with Stalin not wanting to help Poland because Poland didn't have much to offer back then (and would certainly not freely join Stalin's political block either) unlike the US and GB. I'm sure, I don't have to send you a link to confirm what kind of help it was.


It surely was a suicide plan but so was the uprising in 1944 (I already explained it)


most of them in Warsaw were Poles (Polish citizens anyway)


again Grubas, common sense. You guys knew, there was no "love" between you and the Soviets (politically and historically) and if Stalin ever wanted to help you, why didn't he do it earlier? When I know, someone hates me, I don't expect any help from him, do you?

History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]


Yes I did, you just don't accept my explanation.
All these facts are well known but still, realistically you guys couldn't or shouldn't count on their help. They hated (probably still do) you and you hated them. I know, I wouldn't expect any help from them if I were you.


Why not? If they're born in Poland (and are Polish citizens) they're Poles, right?

History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]


yes, the chances were, realistically seeing it, the same, basically none.

btw. the first comment, you replied to, wasn't from me (doesn't really matter).

Feedback / Why are there so many on here, who do not like Poland [150]


valid question. I feel the same way about people who come here and then b**ch about everything.

History / Warsaw Rising 1944 - National Disaster or Triumph of Spirit ? [395]

It wasn't really a question (talking about my reply in form of a question), rather an answer to his comment.

News / 1.3% birth rate = Poland's slow death [221]


Poland won't die if your people will stay in Poland instead going abroad (not talking about tourism) as much they do.

News / Czech drug legalisation threatens Poland [111]


weed is totally harmless, is that what you're saying, Rybnik?

News / Czech drug legalisation threatens Poland [111]


I'd rather see it all banned from circulation. I absolutely disagree with legalizing drugs (any drugs), it's bad enough we have to deal with alcohol and nicotine addicts, no need to add illegal drugs to it.

USA, Canada / Who is better informed, the expat or the Polonia crowd? [144]


the answer is, whoever cares to be informed but it certainly helps to live in Poland to know more about it.

USA, Canada / Who is better informed, the expat or the Polonia crowd? [144]


???

Is that what you really think about the US? I hope not because despite our different political views, I always thought you're a smart guy.

USA, Canada / Who is better informed, the expat or the Polonia crowd? [144]


"There are, I kid you not", Poles in the US who have been here for over 30 years and still don't speak English (met a Polish female from Chicago who lived here for 33 years and speaks very poor English).

News / 1.3% birth rate = Poland's slow death [221]


immigration

USA, Canada / Who is better informed, the expat or the Polonia crowd? [144]


no it shouldn't. Adult people should be making adult decisions and if you decided to leave your country behind, you should carry the consequences of it and in this case, learn the language of a country you live in. Btw. you guys are expecting the same thing from us when we live in Poland too.

USA, Canada / Who is better informed, the expat or the Polonia crowd? [144]

I'm talking about people who permanently live in the US (or Poland for that matter).

Real Estate / Rent in Lublin - approximate cost? [5]


I don't know now but i 2004 when I lived there, I was paying 1000 PLN for a little, two bedroom house (near the lake).

USA, Canada / Who is better informed, the expat or the Polonia crowd? [144]


I can only speak for myself and I'll tell you Harry, I support Romney because Obama sucks as a president and just about anyone will be a better president than him. Not that Romney is perfect though.

Genealogy / Coats of arms of Polish cities [51]


yes, the crown was added during the time of the union with Poland back then.

Language / What is the proper term for Gesundheit ? [7]

Gesundheit is used to wish good health to a person who has just sneezed so I guess it would be something like "na zdrowie" but I might be wrong here.

Travel / Can I get to Płock from Warsaw by boat? [7]


only if you don't have a car (kidding)

Life / Do Poles drink before noon? [95]


never drink alcohol, sounds even better to me.

UK, Ireland / British - Stupidest nation in Europe [127]


amen, thread closed !!!

UK, Ireland / British - Stupidest nation in Europe [127]


and why is that so important?

News / Exorcist monthly goes on sale in Poland [17]


Do you really mean it?

I can't stand Tom Cruise, nope Scientology is not for me (LOL).

UK, Ireland / Unemployed Poles in Ireland : a crash course in milking the system [323]


a very sad story indeed. If I was a Pole, I'd take care of that SOB just to show the locals that not all Poles are criminals (we all know you're not but those of you who are, are seriously messing up your reputation).

UK, Ireland / Unemployed Poles in Ireland : a crash course in milking the system [323]


Nothing other than the fact that a guy who's responsible for the death of that poor woman is a Pole. Of course, it doesn't mean that all Poles are criminals and we all know it.

UK, Ireland / Unemployed Poles in Ireland : a crash course in milking the system [323]


If you see any similarity between acts of terrorism and killing a (86 year old) woman, then it's really a waste of time discussing with you, man.