Krystyna Wituska (12 May 1920 – 1944) was a Polish people resistance fighter during World War II.
Early life
Born in Jeżew near Łódź, she came from a wealthy family and grew up on a large sugar beet plantation owned by her father. Wituska received her early education at home from governesses.
On the eve of World War II, Wituska was attending finishing school in
Switzerland but returned to Poland.
Resistance activities
At the age of 20, she joined the Polish Underground resistance movement. As a member of the resistance, Wituska engaged in activities against the German occupation forces.
In 1942, Wituska was captured by the German Gestapo. During her imprisonment, she wrote letters that were later published, providing insight into her experiences and thoughts while incarcerated.
While in prison, Wituska formed connections with other prisoners. Notably, she received a farewell letter from Maria Terwiel, another resistance member, who offered legal advice and formulated appeals for clemency on behalf of fellow prisoners.
Execution
Despite efforts to save her, Krystyna Wituska was executed by the Germans in 1944 at the age of 24. Her letters and story have become part of the historical record of Polish resistance during World War II, offering a personal perspective on the struggles and sacrifices made by young people fighting against occupation.
See also
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Resistance during World War II
