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The Uprising (1830-1831)
Moods in Kingdom of Poland weren't never good for the Tsar. Sentiment and nostalgy of the old Poland were present in everyone's hearts. Not respecting the laws and constitution of Kingdom only worsened unstable situation. All these factors made the idea come to mind of the young officers. To carry a national uprising against Russian opressor. Meanwhile in Belgium in France revolutions have won. Belgium was freed and French absolutism come to its end. Russia reacted to this by readying up Polish armies. That was the best moment to carry the Uprising on. Lt. Piotr Wysocki interrupted Cadet's School lessons in Warsaw saying "Polish people! Its hour of revenge! March and let your chest be Thermopiles for enemies!" And they marched on Belweder Palace, Grand Duke's residence. They captured him and proposed him intriguing offer - Polish throne, which he ultimately accepted. In the day of 18 December 1830 Sejm gathered first time. One of its first resolutions was Declaration of Independence in which Tsar Nicholas was dethronized. Just after that Grand Duke Konstantin was enthronized. This have put Russians in difficult situation. Polish nation massively stood against attacking Russians, no matter if they were soldiers or peasants. Large controffensive was performed. Russian army, which only severals year ago destroyed Napoleon wasn't ready for so shameful defeat from small Polish nation. After bloody war two sides sued for peace. Russia recognised Polish independence and gave 3rd partition lands. Poles gained their own, deserved piece of land.