This gallery honors the service and sacrifice of local men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces from World War I to the present. It celebrates their dedication to freedom and American values across all branches of the military, while also highlighting organizations committed to preserving Polish culture and heritage.

Highlights of the gallery include:

• Photographs and uniforms of local servicemen and servicewomen, including those of Major General Chester “Chet” Gorski and Vietnam combat flight nurse Lieutenant Colonel Susan Zajchowski

• A World War I Blue Army uniform, alongside a display on General Józef Haller and the formation of his Blue Army

• Materials representing the Polish White Cross, reflecting humanitarian and support efforts tied to military service

• A Polish Scouting uniform, showcasing youth involvement in cultural and civic life

• Exhibits featuring the Society of Polish American Culture of Western Massachusetts and the Polish Women’s Alliance of America, organizations dedicated to community engagement and cultural preservation