Józef Kucharski
1900–1940 (age 40)
Biography
Józef Kucharski was a Polish officer whose service reflected his dedication to his nation's defense and independence. Born in 1900, he came of age during Poland's struggle for sovereignty and contributed to the development of the nation's armed forces during the interwar period.
Captain Kucharski's life was tragically cut short in 1940 during the Soviet campaign against Polish military officers and soldiers. He is remembered and honored at the Katyn Polish War Cemetery, a place of solemn remembrance for the thousands who perished during this devastating historical tragedy.