Poland marks the 85th anniversary of Nazi Germany's invasion at the start of World War II
- Poland's leaders highlighted the need for strong defense amid war in Ukraine during commemorations of the 85th anniversary of Nazi Germany's invasion on September 1, 1939.
- President Andrzej Duda and Deputy Ambassador of Germany, Robert Rohde, attended a memorial in Wielun, the first civilian target of German bombing.
- Duda stated, “We can say that we have forgiven...,” while also urging Berlin to make amends for the past.
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Events of honor and remembrance in Poland
Polish President Andrzej Duda, who delivered a speech on Sunday at the 85th anniversary of the German invasion of Poland, again demanded compensation from Germany for the damage suffered during the Second World War. "Forgiveness and recognition of guilt are one thing, reparations for damages are another," said Duda in the small Polish town of Wielun, which at the time was near the German-Polish border. "And the matter has not yet been resolved,"…
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Poland marks 85 years since WWII outbreak
Polish leaders attended ceremonies on opposite sides of the country, marking Nazi Germany's invasion in 1939. President Andrzej Duda restated his call for Berlin to make war reparations to Warsaw.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said at today's main ceremony marking the 85th anniversary of the start of World War II that the lesson of World War II is not an abstraction from books and drew a parallel with the war in neighboring Ukraine. He advocated strengthening the defense capabilities of Poland and other NATO members.
Poland marks the 85th anniversary of the start of World War II on Sunday.
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