About
Jan Ferdynand Olszewski was a Polish lawyer and politician. He served as the Prime Minister of Poland for a short period of five months, from December 1991 to early June 1992. Following his brief term as Prime Minister, Olszewski became a leading figure in the conservative Movement for the Reconstruction of Poland.
Career Timeline
Solidarity Legal Advisor
Olszewski provides legal support to the Solidarity movement, gaining recognition as a lawyer.
Prime Minister of Poland
Olszewski becomes Prime Minister, a short but significant period in Polish politics.
Government Dismissed
His government falls due to political infighting.
Presidential Candidate
Olszewski runs for President of Poland but is not elected.
Death of Jan Olszewski
Jan Olszewski passes away.
Remembered Conservative Figure
Olszewski is remembered as a significant figure in post-communist Polish politics, albeit fading from popular memory.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026