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Thaddeus Kosciusko

Description:

Thaddeus Kosciusko was a Polish-Lithuanian military engineer and national hero who fought for the independence of Poland and the United States. He is renowned for his innovative fortifications and dedication to the cause of freedom.

Sample Sentences:

1. During the American Revolutionary War, Thaddeus Kosciusko served as a colonel in the Continental Army, contributing greatly to key military campaigns.
2. The Kosciusko Uprising of 1794, led by Thaddeus Kosciusko, sought to liberate Poland from foreign occupation.
3. Thaddeus Kosciusko's engineering expertise was paramount in the construction of West Point's defensive fortifications.
4. Many cities in the United States and Poland have monuments and statues dedicated to Thaddeus Kosciusko, honoring his heroism and legacy.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Proper noun

Senses:

1. Sense 1: A Polish-Lithuanian military engineer and national hero who fought for the independence of Poland and the United States.

Usages:

• Thaddeus Kosciusko fought alongside American forces in the Revolutionary War.
• Kosciuszko National Park, located in New South Wales, Australia, was named in honor of Thaddeus Kosciusko.

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• Biography of Thaddeus Kosciusko
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