Emilia Plater was a Polish noblewoman who fought in the 1830–1831 uprising against Russian rule. She raised a small unit of men to fight, and was known for her bravery and skill in battle. She was eventually captured by the Russians and executed, but her story became a symbol of Polish resistance to foreign rule.
Unleashing the Spirit of Emilia Plater: A Captivating Quiz on Poland's Extraordinary Noblewoman