During renovations of a vacant building in Warsaw’s Saski Kępa district, President Rafał Trzaskowski revealed an extraordinary cache of documents dated to just before the Warsaw Uprising.
Nature of the Discovery
During the renovation of an abandoned building in the Saski Kępa area of Warsaw, workers uncovered a collection of unique documents hidden beneath the floor. The find was reported during an online video posted by the city president.
Contents of the Documents
The documents include photographs, maps, diaries and price listings from the period immediately preceding the Warsaw Uprising. Some photographs illustrate the activities of the underground state, others show everyday life under occupation, such as prices of basic food items, and some maps detail the positions of the Eastern Prussian territory and the approach of Soviet forces in the nearby city of Królewiec.
Trzaskowski’s Comments
In the video, Trzaskowski praised the employees who handled the find responsibly and thanked them for reporting their discovery. He stated that the documents are “completely unique” and described them as a sensational revelation.
Next Steps and Expert Verification
Experts will examine the materials to confirm their authenticity, and Trzaskowski pledged to keep the public informed as the investigation progresses.
