Polish Cavalry Monument, Military memorial statue at Polish Cavalry Roundabout, Warsaw, Poland
The Polish Cavalry Monument features two mounted figures from different eras: a medieval knight holding a spear and a modern uhlan soldier with a saber, both rising from a 16-meter tall pedestal. The composition brings together two moments in history on horseback.
Planning for the memorial began in 1978 with design selection occurring in 1984 before its public unveiling in 1994. A repositioning in 2018 at the roundabout improved visibility for passersby.
Four brass plaques at the base list 43 major battles where Polish cavalry forces participated across medieval times through World War II. These names shape how visitors understand the nation's military past.
The site sits near Politechnika metro station, making it accessible by public transportation. Standing on a busy roundabout, the monument is clearly visible from nearby sidewalks.
The brass plaques were crafted from metal salvaged from actual military artillery shells, directly connecting the memorial to Polish wartime equipment. This material link transforms the work into more than simple sculpture.
GPS coordinates: 52.21653,21.01451
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:55
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