Expedition to the Westerplatte

Defense of Westerplatte by Polish soldiers became a legend in the September campaign. Thanks to The Polish Radio all heard about the bravery of just 182 people. Defense Westerplatte by Polish soldiers became a legend in the September campaign. Polish Radio With all heard about the bravery of just 182 people.

In autumn 1925 years the Poles took over for his own use Westerplatte – ammunition depot in the port of Gdansk. The threat from the German side meant that the Depot staff has been strengthened to 182 people. Command of this small detachment took Maj. Henryk Sucharski.

The defenders had at their disposal a small area of ground on which they could defend themselves. Were equipped with four mortars, and three small-caliber work. When the chair. 4:45 German battleship Schleswig-Holstein shelling began Westerplatte, symbolically gave rise to World War II. Today, Westerplatte is divided into Part III.

The main place, in the Park is The Monument of the Defenders. It is 25 meters in height (not counting the base, which is a 20-footmound). This monument is to remind jagged bayonet stuck into the ground. Westerplatte is very important historical place, frequently visited by tourists not only from Poland. Westerplatte is ideal for long walks. Prepared and also fixed roads, make your visiting easier. In the Westerplatte, we can see shelters and bunkers destroyed after the Second World War. You can visit the small museum. Enter into on the monument of the defenders of Westerplatte give you unforgettable chance to see the wonderful view of the bay.

Price: 65 euro per person (with a group of min. 15 persons)

Duration: about 3 h

Price included:

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