In recognition of the 70th anniversary of the Nazi-Soviet invasion of Poland, the Kosciuszko Foundation and the Polish Army Veterans of America are sponsoring an essay contest for American students ages 18-22. On September 1, 1939, after waging a sustained propaganda campaign, the Nazis invaded Poland from the east, and on September 17, 1939, the Soviets invaded from the west without a formal declaration of war. The Historical Essay contest asks students to research these events in Poland, paying particular attention the propaganda used by the Nazis and Soviets leading up to each invasion and the impact the 1939 invasion of Poland had on the international community.
Must be a current U.S. resident and between the ages of 18-22 as of September 1, 2009
Deadline:
July 1, 2009
Required Material:
An essay reflecting your own original ideas and research of no more than 10 typed, double-spaced pages, submitted along with age verification.
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