Facts and myths about Westerplatte defense: untold numbers

The defense of Westerplatte lasted from September 1 to 7, 1939 and became a symbol of the September campaign, but many myths have grown around it. An article from WielkaHistoria verifies common perceptions of this battle against actual numbers and historical facts. The image of the fighting preserved in collective memory differs from what documents show.

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