In Photos: Poland lights up the skies to commemorate Warsaw Uprising

Updated On: 31 August, 2024 09:03 PM IST | Divya Nair

A drone light show was held in the Polish capital on Friday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, the country`s military operation in World War II against the German occupation. (Pics/AFP)

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<p>The uprising resulted in the deaths of around 16,000 Polish fighters and between 150,000 and 200,000 civilians. The drones form a pattern of words that read: `Warsaw Uprising 1944-2024`</p>

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The uprising resulted in the deaths of around 16,000 Polish fighters and between 150,000 and 200,000 civilians. The drones form a pattern of words that read: `Warsaw Uprising 1944-2024`

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The event is commemorated annually in Poland, particularly in Warsaw, where it holds a prominent place in national memory

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Drones form the pattern of words that read `We remember` in Polish

<p>The uprising was initially successful, with the resistance forces capturing large parts of the city. However, the Germans responded with overwhelming force</p>

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The uprising was initially successful, with the resistance forces capturing large parts of the city. However, the Germans responded with overwhelming force

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The Warsaw Uprising remains a significant symbol of resistance and bravery for the Polish population

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