Who was Jaruzelski's predecessor as leader of Poland?
Stanisław Kania
Edward Gierek
Joachim Lelewel
Henryk Józewski
Answer
Edward Gierek was the leader of Poland from 1970 to 1980. He was succeeded by Wojciech Jaruzelski. Gierek was a communist politician who came to power after the death of Władysław Gomułka. He was known for his economic reforms, which led to a period of economic growth in Poland. However, his policies also led to increased corruption and social unrest.
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