Anything you ever wanted to know about Poland, but were too (fill out truthfully) to ask?

Jellies, Humans (et al.) lend me your ears!

Being the self-proclaimed ambassador of all things white-red to Fluther, that I am, I have decided to open up a Polish thread just for you. To promote a better understanding of my home country, to bash some negative stereotypes, and to rehash some of the overly positive ones too. Most of all this thread aims to help you all better understand this ancient nation, and give you one particular Polak’s perspective on all of it.

If you have any questions about (The Republic of) Poland, the Polish people, our customs, traditions, history; if you heard some polish stereotypes you would like me to elaborate on, ask away. I will do my best to explain, clarify, and point you at some good sources (or read up on a specific topic and give you my perspective on it).

I will try and answer all your questions as quickly, and as thoroughly as my time allows. Nota bene:
A modicum of sillyness is always welcome in my threads, this is the general section though, mind you.

Thank you for visiting the Polish thread, and have a nice day!

Cheers!

the fremen