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'Independence here began' celebration of the independence of Krakow

A representative artistic team of the Polish army performs during the 'Independence here began' event - the 100th anniversary celebration of the independence of Krakow on Independence Square in Podgorze area of Krakow with participation of some historical military formations from Austria, Bavaria, Hungary and Poland. After 123 years of captivity, during which Poland was under the rule of three partitioning countries: Austria, Prussia and Russia, freedom finally came. On October 31, 1918, Krakow liberated itself from Austrian captivity and become the first Polish city which regained its independence. On Wednesday, October 31, 2018, in Podgorze, Krakow, Poland. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#3375752
Date Taken	31 October 2018
Location	N/A
Photographer	Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Artur Widak/NurPhoto

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