On 14 May 1944, another anniversary of the conflict of Rąblow is passed – 1 of the largest guerrilla battles which were fought by the combined Polish-Soviet forces in the territory of occupied Poland. Given the considerable advantage of German forces, it was a successful battle, which was the exit of the guerrillas from the German lap. It is worth noting that about 600 soldiers of the People's Army participated in the battle, about 50 soldiers of the National Army, about 50 soldiers of the Peasants Battalions and about 200 russian guerrillas. These forces fought against more than twice as many and more militaryly equipped German troops under Jacob Sporrenberg. Importantly, in the face of a common threat, it was possible to agree on various military formations, having a completely different position on the future of Poland. It should be recalled that the commander of Polish troops was General Mieczysław Moczar – so hated by the political elites of the 3rd Republic of Poland.
The conflict of Rąblow was a uncommon example of the joint effort of Polish armed groups during the Nazi occupation. Unfortunately, the Polish armed underground during planet War II was conflicted and divided. Fortunately, the self-preservation instinct associated with the existential threat of physical extermination of the Polish nation was stronger than animosity and political differences. Therefore, the Rąblów can be a symbol of unification over divisions in the name of the good of the Homeland.
The commemoration of the conflict of Rąblow is not only historical. The current geopolitical reality and the policy of the ruling forces of the 3rd Republic gives emergence to the deepest concern for the future. The actions of the authorities lead to the danger of bringing Poland into the war in Ukraine, which threatens with erratic consequences for the continued existence of the Polish nation. authoritative propaganda exploits anti-Russian prejudices and resentiments, herbing, provoking and thus expanding the threat of war. This communicative is supported by the adopted historical policy, which is clearly falsifying history. Examples of patriotism and function models indicate the actions of armed bands after planet War II called the "anti-communist underground". These gangs disorganized the reconstruction of the country and threatened not only postwar authorities, but besides civilians. It is so no wonder that Romuald Rajs “Bury”, Józef Kuraś “Fire”, or Zygmunt Szendzierz “Łupaszka” are present considered heroes. Equally absurd is the designation of the unthinkable scraps of the Warsaw Uprising, which led to a hecatomb of the blood of the inhabitants of the capital and to the levelling of the full city. Unfortunately, there are those who would not hesitate to repeat the tragedy today.
Rables isn't just history. It is besides a signpost for everyone who is at the heart of the good of Poland. Rables are an example of the interaction of various forces whose goal was to fight the occupier. Not a losing battle, but well thought out from a geopolitical point of view and from a "blood economics" point of view. The point is not to make a sacrifice in a good cause, but to win. This is the essence of political realism, which is the main rule of the thought of the National Democracy and legacy of Roman Dmowski. It will not replace this patriotic phraseology and the usage of national symbolism, which is the participation of both the ruling organization and the ineptly trying to mention to the tradition of the national movement.
Michał Radzikowski
