Interwar Poland

Interwar Poland refers to the period between World War I and World War II (1918-1939) when Poland regained independence after over a century of foreign rule by Germany, Russia, and Austria. This era was marked by efforts to build a stable nation-state, facing economic challenges, political instability, and social divisions. Poland sought to integrate various ethnic groups, establish a democratic government, and develop its economy. The country also navigated international tensions, particularly with neighboring Germany and the Soviet Union, ultimately leading to its invasion by both powers in 1939, marking the beginning of World War II.