Verteidigung: Polen begeht „Tag der Armee“ mit großer Militärparade
Mit einer kilometerlangen Parade und moderner Militärtechnik feiert Polen den „Tag der Armee“ - und setzt ein Zeichen für Sicherheit in bewegten Zeiten.
Poland marked the "Army Day" with a large military parade, reflecting the backdrop of Russia's invasion war against Ukraine. In the center of Warsaw, approximately 2,000 soldiers marched, according to the PAP news agency. Numerous vehicles displaying military equipment, including modern Korean-made K2 Black Panther tanks, were showcased.
The parade spanned several kilometers. Aircraft and helicopters flew overhead, with three German Luftwaffe military aircraft included as well. President Karol Nawrocki reflected on the victorious Battle of Warsaw, stating that the Polish nation understands the price paid for its independence. He highlighted that the country's history helps it assess current dangers accurately.
The right-wing politician and historian referred to the day as a "commitment for the present and the future." Poland has been a member of the NATO defense alliance since 1999. On August 15, Poland commemorates the 1920 Battle of Warsaw, where the young Polish state unexpectedly defeated the Soviet Red Army. The battle only ended in 1921 with the Riga Peace Treaty.
Since 1992, August 15 has been celebrated as Poland's Army Day. This year's events were themed "Polish SAFE - Secure Poland," referring to the EU's "Security Action for Europe" (SAFE) program adopted last summer. The EU will provide up to 150 billion euros in long-term loans through SAFE to enhance European defense capabilities and support the arms industry.
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