Katyń monument at Podwale Street in Warsaw, Memorial stone at Podwale Street, Warsaw, Poland.
The bronze monument features crosses and religious symbols arranged on a railway flatcar, representing the Polish victims of Soviet persecution.
Established in 1995, this memorial marks the location where thousands of Polish officers were remembered after their execution in Katyń Forest in 1940.
Regular ceremonies take place at the monument on September 17th, bringing together families and officials to honor those who perished in the East.
The memorial stands near public transportation stops and remains open throughout the year for visitors interested in learning about World War II history.
Pope John Paul II visited this memorial during his seventh pilgrimage to Poland in 1999, adding spiritual significance to its historical importance.
GPS coordinates: 52.24736,21.01273
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:10
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