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The Krakusy

The Pulaski Beneficial Association, originally known as "Tow. Generala Kazimierza Pulaskiego" and organized on Nov. 8, 1903 selected from theirs members a group of men to be the organization's ceremonial guard. Theirs uniforms were designed after those worn by military officers in Poland. This group become known as "The Krakusy." They participated in many Polish American patriotic events, as well as standing guard in church during Holy Week at Christ's tomb. One of the first members of this special group was Mr. Frank Frysiek, Sr., one of founders of St. Ladislaus Parish, shown here in 1912.

From: Saint Ladislaus Diamond Jubilee 1906-1981 Memorial Book

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