Polish Forces War Memorial:National Memorial Arboretum, War memorial at National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas, England.
The Polish Forces War Memorial features four life-sized bronze statues representing soldiers from different military branches, arranged within a circular structure. The site includes informational plaques and pathways that connect it to the wider grounds of the National Memorial Arboretum.
The memorial was unveiled in 2009 by the Duke of Kent to honor Polish soldiers who served during World War II. Its creation marked a formal recognition of their contributions alongside Allied forces in major operations.
The four bronze figures represent different branches of Polish military service, telling the story of soldiers who fought alongside Allied forces. Plaques around the site explain their key battles and achievements that visitors can read as they walk through the memorial.
The memorial is located within the National Memorial Arboretum grounds and can be accessed via marked pathways throughout the site. Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes and allow time to read the informational plaques while exploring the area.
The bronze figures are based on toy soldiers designed by Dr. Andrzej Meeson-Kielanowski, which sculptor Robert Sobociński later transformed into life-sized works of art. This transformation from small models to monumental sculptures creates an unexpected connection between play and remembrance.
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