“Warszawianka” (translated as The Varsovian or The Song of Warsaw) refers to two highly influential Polish patriotic and revolutionary anthems.
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Written to support the November Uprising (1830–1831), a major armed rebellion by Polish nationalists against the rule of the Russian Empire.
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Origin: The original lyrics were actually written in French by the poet Casimir Delavigne. It was later translated into Polish by Karol Sienkiewicz and set to music by Karol Kurpiński.
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Legacy: It has a strong nationalistic and martial tone. Today, it remains highly revered and serves as the official march of the Polish Armed Forces.