The Battle for Warsaw 1920

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This richly illustrated book commemorates the anniversary of the Battle for Warsaw in August 1920, marking Poland's significant victory in the 20th Century. It highlights key moments of the Polish-Bolshevik War, particularly the Battle for Warsaw, recognized as the eighteenth decisive battle in history. The narrative goes beyond military events, exploring the social and geopolitical context of the time, including Poland's international situation post-independence in 1918 and the reactions of its western allies to the conflict with Soviet Russia. The book features perspectives from both sides of the war, incorporating voices of state leaders, military commanders, soldiers, volunteers, and everyday citizens—ranging from urban residents to peasants, landowners, clerics, and workers. Following a format refined by KARTA Publications over 28 years, it presents important historical facts alongside lesser-known and complex aspects of history. This is achieved through extracts from diaries and memoirs of participants, as well as original documents and visual materials from the era, such as photographs and posters. An introduction outlines the conflict's causes, while a historical summary discusses its consequences for Poland and the broader European region. The Polish-language version was released on the centenary of the victory on August 15, 2020.