Polish People's Republic
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Historical
Summary
The Polish People's Republic existed from 1952 to 1989, succeeding the Republic of Poland established in 1947. Warsaw served as its capital, while Łódź and Kraków were significant industrial and cultural centers. It was a key member of the Warsaw Pact and experienced a complex political landscape shaped by the Cold War.
Statistics
Area
312,685.00 km²
Population
37,970,000