The monument “The Volhyń Castle” by the late Master Andrzej Pityński, unveiled in DomostówOn July 14, this year, it caused many controversy and reactions both affirmative and negative. This monument commemorates victims of genocide committed in Poles by Ukrainian nationalists from 1943 to 1945. However, as it turns out, his presence has become the mark of attacks that stay silent to this day. However, the transmission from the monument hinders the written servants of Ukraine.
Patriotic Event and Controversy
The monument “The Volynian Sculpture” was founded by the American and Canadian Polish Federations. 30 1000 people attended the unveiling ceremony, as the organizers say. It was an event of large patriotic importance, which brought together crowds of Poles wishing to pay tribute to victims of tragic events from Volyn.
However, in consequence to this event, there were criticism voices. Karolina Romanowska, frequently referred to as “An angel of Morawiecki”, in 1 of the tv interviews suggested that the monument was financed by the Russians, and on its unveiling there were only 2 100 people present. These words met with outrage among the patriots and the Polish people who felt offended and ignored.
Response to Attacks
The reaction to Romanowska's words was decisive. The Patriots announced that they would not let the monument to be destroyed and announced his defence. many calls for mobilisation in defence of the monument and the Polish National Interest appeared on social media. As the organizers emphasize, this monument is simply a symbol of the remembrance of the victims of Ukrainian genocide in Poles and an expression of opposition to forgetting about this tragic part of history.
Meaning of the Monument
The monument “The Volyn Castle” is not only a memorial, but besides a symbol of the conflict for historical fact and justice. This is an crucial component of Polish national identity, which aims to remind about hard moments in past and pay tribute to those who died. As the followers of the monument emphasize, his presence in Domastawa is simply a evidence to patriotism and memory of victims of genocide.
The Future of the Monument
Despite controversy and attacks, supporters of the monument announce his further defense. They plan to make a mausoleum of memory of victims of Ukrainian genocide, which will become a world-famous place. Their determination and commitment show that the monument “Wołyńska Sculpture” is not only a symbol of memory, but besides a fight for fact and justice.
Summary
The monument “Wołyńska Rzeż” in Domastawa became a symbol of the memory of victims of genocide in Poles and an expression of patriotism. Despite many attacks and controversy, his supporters announce a further conflict for his defence and development. The monument, as they emphasize, is an crucial component of Polish national identity and a evidence to the memory of tragic events from the past.
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