The History of the Twentieth Century 392 Warsaw and Katyn
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Dec 29, 2024 The harrowing Warsaw Ghetto uprising in 1943 exemplifies the fierce resistance against the SS. Meanwhile, the discovery of mass graves reveals the chilling fate of Polish officers executed by the NKVD. The podcast explores the complex geopolitical landscape faced by Poland’s government in exile, highlighting tragic events, like the brutal Holocaust experiences of Polish and Jewish resistance fighters. It also reflects on the grim realities of Nazi atrocities and pays tribute to the leadership struggles amidst these dark times.
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Missing Polish Officers
- The Polish government inquired about missing officers held by the Soviets.
- Stalin's government feigned ignorance, further straining their relationship.
Katyn Forest Discovery
- Polish laborers discovered bodies in Katyn Forest near Smolensk.
- This information reached the Polish underground and government in exile.
Shifting Perspectives in the Ghetto
- Initially, Jews in ghettos didn't see armed resistance as necessary or desirable.
- This changed after the German invasion of the Soviet Union and increased ghetto hardship.