Poland
Government policies by Russian rulers forced them to leave.
Better living conditions.
Karnes County near the convergence of the San Antonio River and Cibolo Creek.
By rail and ship. They arrived on the coast and then traveled by wagon inland east of San Antonio.
Each time a new location was settled, a new Catholic church would form.
The Polish community in San Antonio and Houston continue to grow.
Two Texas universities (University of Texas and Rice) offer Polish studies.
Polka music blended with Mexican music.
Annual Polish festivals in Houston and Austin.
