Hidden in plain sight, the Polski Sten Stele whispers tales of wartime ingenuity. This unassuming memorial, erected in 1994, marks a site of clandestine resistance during World War II. The Polski Sten Stele commemorates a secret workshop. This workshop operated within the “Konrad Jarnuszkiewicz” factory between 1942 and 1944. Here, under the leadership of Second Lieutenant Józef Kapler of the Home Army (AK), a small band of 26 worker-soldiers toiled in secrecy. They produced the “Polski Sten” submachine gun. These weapons, crafted with determination and courage, became vital tools in the fight against Nazi occupation. The Polski Sten Stele stands as a testament to the bravery and resourcefulness of those who risked their lives. They armed the resistance in the heart of occupied Warsaw. It’s a reminder of the hidden battles fought within factory walls. It commemorates the unwavering spirit of those who dared to resist. The stele’s inscription, “Na tym terenie w fabryce “Konrad Jarnuszkiewicz” w latach 1942-1944 z inicjatywy ppor. AK Józefa Kaplera i 26 pracowników-żołnierzy AK istniała tajna wytwórnia pistoletów maszynowych “Polski Sten,” tells the story for those who pause to listen.
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