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Julian Stachiewicz

1890 – 1934

General of the Polish Army, military historian

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Lived 1890 – 1934 (aged 44). Julian Stachiewicz was a Polish military officer, historian and military historian.

Julian Stachiewicz (; 1890 – September 20, 1934 ) was a brigadier general in the Polish Army, historian, and writer.

Life Julian Stachiewicz was the brother of General Wacław Stachiewicz.

Before World War I he joined the Riflemen's Association. In 1914-21 he fought in the Polish Legions, the Polish Military Organization, the Greater Poland Uprising, the Polish-Ukrainian War, and the Polish-Soviet War. He briefly commanded the 13th Infantry Division and in 1923 became head of the Military Bureau of History (Wojskowe Biuro Historyczne), being promoted a year later to brigadier general.

In 1928 he created the Military Historical Review (Wojskowy Przegląd Historyczny), a journal that is published to this day. He was involved with Polish Radio and was a member of academic societies such as the Polish Academy of Learning.

Awards Virtuti Militari (V class) (1921), Polonia Restituta (IV and III class) Cross of Independence with Swords, Cross of Valour (four times) Golden Cross of Merit Order of Saint Sava Order of the Star of Romania Legion of Honour Iron Cross

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Jagiellonian University
Employers
Military Historical Office
Awards
Cross of Independence with Swords; Gold Cross of Merit‎; Officer of the Order of Polonia Restituta; Commander of the Order of Polonia Restituta; Silver Cross of the Virtuti Militari; Cross of Valour; Commemorative Medal for the War of 1918–1921; Decade of Independence Regained; Officers' Badge "Parasol"; Badge "For faithful service"; Commander of the Legion of Honour; Officer of the Legion of Honour

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Julian Stachiewicz?

General of the Polish Army, military historian (1890–1934)

When was Julian Stachiewicz born?

Julian Stachiewicz was born on 26 July 1890 in Lviv.

When did Julian Stachiewicz die?

Julian Stachiewicz died on 20 September 1934 in Warsaw.

What was Julian Stachiewicz's occupation?

Julian Stachiewicz was a military officer, historian and military historian.

What nationality was Julian Stachiewicz?

Julian Stachiewicz was Polish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Julian Stachiewicz

· Wikidata: Q6307603

· DBpedia: Julian Stachiewicz

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