This exhibition at the Museum of Warsaw offers an intimate look at the September 1939 defense through the eyes of ordinary citizens. It presents compelling personal accounts from the "A Warsaw Resident's Diary" competition, alongside historical photographs and artifacts. Explore the drama of the city's siege, including Stanisław Ostrowski's vivid diary, and witness the resilience of Warsaw residents.
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This exhibition commemorates the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of World War II by giving voice to Warsaw residents who defended the city in September 1939. It offers a unique perspective on the events through personal accounts, photographs, documents, and memorabilia, highlighting the resilience and unity of the city's inhabitants.
Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of World War II, "Nieba i ziemi nie widać. Warszawiacy o wrześniu 1939" (The Heavens and the Earth Are Not Seen. Warsaw Residents on September 1939) centers on the experiences of Warsaw's citizens during the September 1939 defense. The exhibition draws primarily from personal accounts submitted in 1948 for the "Pamiętnik warszawiaka" (A Warsaw Resident's Diary) competition, offering an intimate look at the city's tragic events from the perspective of ordinary people. These individual stories, brought to life through recordings, are complemented by historical photographs, documents, and artifacts. A dedicated section focuses on the diary of Stanisław Ostrowski, a courier for the City Council and President Stefan Starzyński. His vivid recollections, filled with unexpected twists and even humor, provide a broad view of life in Warsaw during wartime, bridging the experiences of civilians and the military command. The exhibition systematically traces the drama of the city, moving from the atmosphere of the final summer before the war, through the initial days of September, to the harrowing siege and eventual capitulation. The final hall features documentary footage of the devastated city in the film "Siege" (Oblężenie) by American reporter Julien Bryan, underscoring the scale of destruction. The exhibition aims to demonstrate the great fortitude and admirable social attitude shown by Warsaw residents in September 1939, emphasizing their ability to unite in times of threat, while also serving as a reminder of the ever-present reality of war.
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