Piotr Szymanowski
1858–1926 (age 68)
Biography
Piotr Szymanowski was a distinguished Polish military officer whose service spanned the latter half of the nineteenth century. He dedicated his career to the defense and modernization of Poland's armed forces during a period of significant political change in Central Europe.
Szymanowski's legacy reflects the commitment of Polish military professionals to their nation's sovereignty and security. He was laid to rest at Powązki Cemetery in Warsaw, one of Poland's most prestigious burial grounds, where many notable figures of Polish history are commemorated.