Duda's bodyguard arrived in Ukraine with an ambiguous patch and sparked a discussion online.
On Saturday, June 28, Polish President Andrzej Duda visited Ukraine, but attention was drawn to the symbolism on one of his guards. The insignia of the Army of the Krajowa was noted on his uniform, an organization that emerged during World War II and committed crimes against Ukrainians.
"Poles have something to be thankful for. For today's history lesson, for instance. If the security of their president can safely wear the patch of the Army of the Krajowa during a visit to Ukraine, which carried out bloody actions against Ukrainians during and after World War II, then the red and black flag of the OUN on the suits of the UDO employees during a visit to Poland should also be the norm. They are such respectful and equal relations," wrote journalist Vakhtang Kipiani.
The symbol found on the Polish president's bodyguard is known as the Anchor - a sign of the Polish underground, used in the fight against Nazi occupation. The Anchor was used by members of the underground organization 'Wawer' from Warsaw, which opposed Nazi crimes.
In the context of Ukrainian-Polish relations, even the smallest symbolic actions can cause excitement and discussion. In this case, the symbolism on the Polish president's bodyguard became the focus of attention and discussion, sparking a debate about past events and relations between states.
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