56 Churches - 56 KoÅ›cioÅ‚ów​
a unique bilingual book that provides a concise history written in both English and Polish, exploring the remarkable story of Polish immigrants who significantly shaped the city of Chicago from its very beginning.
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Did you know that Polish immigrants were instrumental in establishing the city's cultural and religious landscape?​
This book explores their journey as they built Catholic churches to create spaces for prayer in their own language.
"56 Churches" not only identifies and details all 56 churches founded by and for the Polish community in the Archdiocese of Chicago
but also includes helpful maps with their locations and addresses.
Additionally, you'll find a comprehensive timeline that places these significant events in the broader context of American history,
highlighting the contributions of Polish immigrants to the growth of Chicago.
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This book is a great gift for those who grew up Polish in Chicago, but it is also perfect
for anyone who loves Polish-American history or the local history of Chicago.