The Revolution of 1945

The Revolution of 1945 refers to the series of political and social changes that took place in Poland at the end of World War II. As the Soviet Union advanced westward, it replaced Nazi control with it its own influence, leading to the establishment of a communist government. This shift dismantled the previous non-Communist state, resulting in the loss of political freedoms and national sovereignty for Poland. The revolution was characterized by the suppression of opposition parties, the nationalization of industries, and the imposition of socialist policies, shaping Poland's political landscape for decades to come.