Pomnik nagrobny żołnierzy bolszewickich w Ossowie

The memorial in Ossów is a stone monument featuring an Orthodox cross and granite plaque with inscriptions in Polish and Russian languages. It marks a mass grave located on Polakowa Hill between Wołomin and Zielonka municipalities.

The monument commemorates 22 unnamed Bolshevik soldiers who died in August 1920 during the Battle of Warsaw. This battle was a decisive clash in the conflict between Poland and the Soviet Union.

The site shows how locals honor soldiers who fought on opposing sides during conflict. The way people care for this place reflects how different nations remember and mark their losses.

The site sits on a hilltop between two municipalities, roughly 22 kilometers from central Warsaw. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes as the area is rural with access via country paths.

Archaeological digs in 2007 uncovered uniform fragments and personal belongings of soldiers at the site. These discoveries provide tangible evidence of the soldiers' presence and add a human dimension to the memorial.

Location: Ossów

Location: Masovian Voivodeship

Creator: Marek Moderau

GPS coordinates: 52.30750,21.23139

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:58