This book provides an important, original analysis of the Polish community in the United Kingdom, adding up to a provocative interpretation of the Pole's position in British society.

The contributors to this book provide description and analysis of the development of the Polish community in the UK from the earliest years of World War II until the end of the 20th century. As such, the book's presented perspectives not only dispel many false perceptions of the Poles, but present fresh insights that add up to a provocative interpretation of their position in British society. Several chapters add to our understanding of the significant Polish military effort alongside the Allies in defeating Nazi Germany, while the appalling political price the Poles paid at the end of the...