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Stanisław and Stasinek Sosabowski, father and son, fought for a free and independent Poland during the Second World War. One of them was the commander of the Polish airborne troops during the Battle of Arnhem, whilst the other played a key role in the Polish resistance. Although they shared the same goal, their choices took them in different directions and the family was divided for many years.
Stanisław and Stasinek Sosabowski, father and son, fought for a free and independent Poland during the Second World War. One of them was the commander of the Polish airborne troops during the Battle of Arnhem, whilst the other played a key role in the Polish resistance. Although they shared the same goal, their choices took them in different directions and the family was divided for many years.
On 1 September 1939, Nazi Germany invaded Poland and the Second World War began. The Polish army fought bravely but was pushed back along the entire front. At the end of September, Polish troops in Warsaw were ordered to surrender. Stanisław and Stasinek were taken to a prisoner-of-war camp, but soon managed to escape. After their escape, father and son went their separate ways.
How did Stanisław end up in Arnhem? How did Stasinek fare in the resistance? And were father and son reunited? In this exhibition, you will discover their remarkable stories and gain a personal insight into some of the most pivotal moments in Polish history during the Second World War. Professor Hal Sosabowski, great-grandson of General Stanisław Sosabowski and grandson of Stasinek Sosabowski, is guest curator and narrator.
This exhibition will be on display at the Airborne Museum Hartenstein from 10 April 2026 to 3 January 2027.
All dates (t/m 3 Jan 2027)
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Prijzen
- Standaard € 16,-
