The name he chose became his undoing

Government Repression Stories · Aug 25, 2026 · 15m

A Polish patriot survives two world wars, a gulag, and Nazi occupation, only to be hunted by the name he chose to protect himself. What would you do to defend your country?The name he chose became his undoingThis episode explores the life of August Emil Fieldorf, a Polish military officer who fought for his country's independence through multiple conflicts. It delves into the extraordinary circumstances that shaped his identity and the fateful decision of adopting a codename that would ultimately lead to his capture.Person: August Emil FieldorfDate: February 24, 1953Location: Warsaw…