The Polish Army’s victory in 1920 stopped the Bolshevik military offensive and safeguarded our continent from further westward expansion by Soviet forces. The battle, also known as the “Miracle on the Vistula,” was a pivotal turning point in the Polish-Bolshevik War, and its strategic significance remains a key focus of historians worldwide.
Ossów holds a special place in national history – the town where intense fighting took place on August 14, 1920, and where, among others, Father Ignacy Skorupka, a military chaplain and symbol of sacrifice and bravery, was killed. Ossów has become one of the main sites for anniversary celebrations, which gather representatives from government, local authorities, institutions, and citizens every year to honor the heroes.
Attorney-at-law Babken Khanzadyan also participated in this year’s ceremonies by laying a wreath at the plaques honoring the 1920 Aid of the Nations. Notably, the plaque dedicated to the Aid of the Armenians serves as a symbol of gratitude to the Armenian community. This national minority has always maintained a close connection to its new homeland.
The memory of the Battle of Warsaw is not just a reminder of a glorious past but also a lesson for future generations. The victory of 1920 demonstrates that determination, unity, and courage can alter the course of history,” emphasized the attorney-at-law.
The commemorations in Ossów serve as a reminder that freedom and sovereignty are not given once and for all; they require continuous care, responsibility, and awareness of history.
