Jerzy Substyk "Jurny", Vice-President of the Warsaw Insurgents Association, has died
Jerzy Substyk, known by the pseudonym "Jurny," has passed away at the age of nearly 99. He was an extremely important figure in Polish history, serving as the vice-president of the Warsaw Insurgents Association. His death was announced on social media by the Mayor of Warsaw, Rafał Trzaskowski.
Jerzy Substyk took an active part in the Warsaw Uprising in 1944. He fought mainly in the North Śródmieście region. His task was to defend important positions in the vicinity of Mazowiecka and Kredytowa streets. During the difficult battles for the capital, he showed great courage and was wounded twice.
After the war ended, Jerzy Substyk was involved for many years in cultivating the memory of the uprising. As vice-president of the Warsaw Insurgents Association, he ensured that younger generations knew the history of the struggle for freedom. He was respected by fellow veterans, city authorities, and the residents of Warsaw alike.
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski emphasized in his post that the passing of "Jurny" is a great loss for the entire country. He mentioned his sacrifice and steadfast attitude during difficult times. Substyk was one of the last living witnesses of those tragic yet heroic events of 1944.
Jerzy Substyk would have turned 99 in the near future. His life became a symbol of the struggle for Poland's independence. Warsaw will remember him as a hero who, until the end of his days, served historical truth and cared for the common good of his homeland.