Major Henryk Sucharski

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Major Henryk Sucharski commanded the Polish garrison at Westerplatte during the opening battle of World War II in September 1939. Despite overwhelming German forces, he led a seven-day defense, symbolizing Polish resilience. Captured afterward, he spent the war as a POW.

Battle of Westerplatte: The New Barracks – Gdansk, Poland

The remnants of this building are part of a Polish military depot and garrison established on the Westerplatte …

Posted February 13, 2022 (updated March 2, 2025) by Pascal

Invasion of Poland: the Battle of Westerplatte – Gdansk, Poland

Known as one of the first battles of WW2, the battle for Westerplatte is a gripping part of …

Posted January 18, 2022 (updated April 29, 2025) by Pascal