[2] On February 22–24, 1930 Polski Zwiazek Krotkofalowcow (Polish Amateur Radio Union) was founded and professor Janusz Groszkowski of the Warsaw University of Technology was elected as its first President.

World War II broke out in 1939 and amateur radio activities were ordered out of existence in Poland.

PZK activities were financed by the government then on and the membership was obligatory for those who wanted to enjoy amateur radio privileges.

[3] The PZK National Convention is supreme decision-making body, while daily affairs are run by Headquarters, the 5 member Presiding Committee.

Committee members are elected for four years terms by the general membership delegates during National Convention and 33 field divisions directors.