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The Battle of Warsaw 1920: Poland's Miracle on the Vistula
In August 1920, the fate of Europe hung in the balance as the Red Army advanced on Warsaw. This episode tells the story of the Battle of Warsaw—often called the Miracle on the Vistula—when Poland, led by Józef Piłsudski, repelled the Bolshevik forces in a stunning counterattack. We explore the political and military context of the Polish-Soviet War, the strategic brilliance of Piłsudski's plan to strike from the Wieprz River, the crucial role of the Polish General Staff and cipher bureau, and the contributions of figures like General Tadeusz Rozwadowski and Prime Minister Wincenty Witos…
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