1990 Presidential election in Poland

The 1990 presidential election in Poland was significant as it marked the first free election since World War II. Following the fall of communism in 1989, the Round Table Talks led to democratic reforms. Lech Wałęsa, a former trade union leader and key figure in the Solidarity movement, ran for president against other candidates. He won decisively, symbolizing a shift from authoritarian rule to democratic governance. This election was a crucial step in Poland's transition to democracy and inspired similar movements across Eastern Europe. Wałęsa's victory established him as a prominent leader in the post-communist era.