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'Your stories are our guideposts': US embassy honors Warsaw Uprising fighters

01.08.2024 15:50
"Every drop of Polish blood shed in defense of Warsaw reminds us of the high price of freedom,” said U.S. Ambassador Mark Brzeziński in a poignant film marking the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising. 
The veterans, Irena Krajewska and Professor Leszek Żukowski, took a tour of modern-day Warsaw accompanied by U.S. Ambassador Mark Brzeziński, U.S. Air Force Major Andrew Chen, and U.S. Army Major Kelly Keene. (U.S. Embassy Warsaw)
The veterans, Irena Krajewska and Professor Leszek Żukowski, took a tour of modern-day Warsaw accompanied by U.S. Ambassador Mark Brzeziński, U.S. Air Force Major Andrew Chen, and U.S. Army Major Kelly Keene. (U.S. Embassy Warsaw)U.S. Embassy Warsaw

The American Embassy produced an emotional tribute to honor the heroes of the tragic events from 80 years ago.

Among those featured were Irena Krajewska and Professor Leszek Żukowski, who met with Ambassador Brzeziński for the anniversary.

The veterans took a tour of modern-day Warsaw accompanied by U.S. Air Force Major Andrew Chen and U.S. Army Major Kelly Keene.

„They managed to ignite a glimmer of hope that guided them through the darkest times and most difficult moments. The insurgents felt fear but did not surrender,” emphasized Mark Brzeziński.

„Today, we pay tribute to those who risked everything. We thank you, heroes, for your courage, your sacrifice, and for showing us what true patriotism means,” continued the ambassador.

„Your stories are our guideposts. On behalf of the American people, we honor the heroes of the Warsaw Uprising. We will never forget your sacrifice,” assured the head of the American Embassy in Warsaw.

Source: U.S. Embassy Warsaw/PAP

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