Polish American Congress -

Illinois Division

Year after year, The Polish community, whether at home or abroad, gathers 

together to commemorate the 3rd of May Constitution and to honor all the 

great minds who took part in the creation of this revolutionary document. 

They celebrate because the constitution symbolizes the spiritual and moral 

renovation of the Polish nation after a long period of chaos and disorder. 

They celebrate because the constitution established a democratic philosophy

 of humanitarianism and tolerance, including entire liberty to all people. 

And, most of all, they celebrate because the 3rd of May Constitution is not 

only a milestone in the Polish political and social history. but it is also a landmark

 in the European tradition, being the second constitution ever written in the world

, and a first on the European soil This home page was created in honor of the authors

 of the constitution, who through their extraordinary efforts created this document and

 proved to the world that Poland would not bow under its oppressors and is an honorable,

 equal and vital state in Europe . It was also designed in appreciation for the leaders of the Polish 

community in Chicago, who for over one hundred years have consistently organized special events

 remembering the 3rd of May and preserving their heritage. This page includes information on the historical,

 social and cultural aspects associated with the creation of the constitution, as well as reports 

and photographs of the 3rd of May celebrations of the Polish community in Chicago.

[May 3rd Constitution EN] [May 3rd Constitution PL] [Before the Constitution]

[The era of reform] [The aftermath] [Cultural Surroundings] [Music] [Poetry]

[Senators] [Deputies] [Chicago Tradition] [Links] [Credits] [E-mail]