Happy Pulaski Day!

By Jake Brown

March 3, 2008

Casimir Pulaski was a hero of the American Revultionary War. Born in Poland on March 4, 1747, according to Wikipedia, he "is known for his contributions to the US military at the time by training its soldiers and cavalry." George Washington loved him.

Here in Illinois, Pulaski Day is a state holiday celebrated on the first Monday in March. Chicago schools, libraries, and government offices are closed. Woo hoo!

MP3s:
• Sufjan Stevens - "Casimir Pulaski Day" from Illinois
• Sufjan Stevens - "Casimir Pulaski Day" (demo)

Previously: Dutch Mafia Life, or, How Amway Stole the Soul of a Talented Christian Rocker and Tossed His Lifeless Body into Lake Michigan, or, "Jesus Christ! Enough with the Choirs Already!"

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I don't think it's a state holdiay (I work for the state and, well, I'm at work...), but it is observed by the city or county (?).

• Jude, Mar 3, 2008 10:57AM ∞

It is a state law passed in 1977, but apparently only city and county workers get the day off. Sucks to be you! :)

• Jake, Mar 3, 2008 11:26AM ∞

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