You are correct this is a psychological thing of Poland.
Poland has once been a power and conquered Russia and they think they are in no way behind UK,France,Germany etc, therefore they try to do their best to please the big boss USA so they can get a bit "influence" in the world game.
But pity due to the Active Role of Poland in the Iraq War, many people are getting sick of Poland. It is the government not the people I have to say.
A man and a Nation HAS TO find the Appropriate Position in the society or the world, otherwise you make people sick of you.