The Warsaw Uprising broke out with the aim of liberating the city from brutal German occupation. It lasted 63 days, ending with the surrender of the insurgents on 2 October 1944. It remains one of the most heroic and tragic events of WWII. The Germans killed over 200,000 civilians and razed nearly all of Warsaw. The memory of the Warsaw Uprising lives on in our hearts! | British Poles

On August 1st, Poland commemorates the Warsaw Uprising, a pivotal event that symbolizes the nation’s courage and resistance. During the Warsaw Uprising, approximately 12,000 to 13,000 insurgents were killed, and around 25,000 were wounded. It is estimated that between 130,000 and 200,000 civilian residents of Warsaw lost their lives during the uprising. TVP World historian Jan Darasz gives an an in-depth explanation of the uprising. For more history and insights about Poland’s capital, be sure t