Barack Obama

“ Pulaski's unit was a diverse collection of soldiers, composed of Americans, Germans, Frenchmen, Irishmen, and Poles. Their differences were many, but they were united by a basic longing for human liberty. This same longing -- which moved Pulaski to make the ultimate sacrifice -- has come to define America and reflect our lasting ties to the people of Poland. Today, as we commemorate Casimir Pulaski's extraordinary life, we recognize that his spirit lives on in all those who are driven to pursue a freer, more just world. ”