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- Monument to the Victims of Stalinism
Monument to the Victims of Stalinism (Pomnik Ofiar stalinizmu) is located in Wrocław on Świdnicka Street, at the entrance to the Old Town Promenade, near the Wrocław Opera House. It is one of the city’s first official memorials dedicated to Polish citizens who suffered under Stalinist repression. The monument was unveiled on September 17, 1989 — on the anniversary of the Soviet entry into Eastern Poland in 1939, which marked the beginning of a tragic period of occupation, deportations, and political persecution.
The monument was created by sculptor Tadeusz Teller. Its form resembles a monumental dolmen — a massive stone structure evoking ancient burial sites and the solemn weight of history. The central part features a slanted stone slab carved with symbolic elements: on one side, a cross; on the other, the Polish eagle; and between them, the Virtuti Militari military order. Below, a plaque commemorates the victims of Stalinism and serves as a warning to future generations.
At the top, a stylized bronze crown of thorns symbolizes suffering and sacrifice. Nearby, an additional plaque honors those who resettled the Western and Northern Territories of Poland after the war. The monument stands as a powerful reminder of the cost of totalitarian regimes and the importance of preserving historical memory. Its austere, minimalist design emphasizes both the scale of the tragedy and the need for reflection and remembrance.
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