"New edition unchanged in terms of content. The relationship between the Republic of Poland and the EU is often characterized by a confrontational course and a pro-American orientation on the part of Poland seems to strain relations between Poland and its partners in the EU again and again. What interests does the Republic of Poland pursue within the EU and how can these be reconciled with the interest in strengthening transatlantic ties? Does the Republic of Poland pursue an independent foreign and security policy or is the accusation that Poland is the US Trojan horse in the EU correct? Based on an analysis of Polish-American relations from the historical, economic and socio-cultural perspective on the one hand and the European integration process on the other, as well as the examination of the interdependencies between the three actors, the author Julia Gliszewska searches for the primates of Polish foreign and security policy in this triangular constellation and the reasons for Poland's strong transatlantic orientation. The book is aimed at political and historical scholars, employees of international organizations and scientific institutions"--Amazon