• Westerplatte Monument in memory of the Polish defenders. Westerplatte (. Polish pronunciation: [vɛstɛrˈplatɛ], [ˈvɛstɛrplatɛ], German pronunciation: [ˈvɛstɐplatə]...
  • Apart from its historical significance, Westerplatte's natural setting offers scenic views of the Baltic Sea and opportunities for nature walks along the peninsula's...
  • For several decades, Westerplatte has been associated with the Monument to the Defenders of the Coast, unveiled ceremoniously in October 1966.
  • On March 14, 1924, Westerplatte was designated as a place where military equipment and ammunition could be unloaded, stored and transported.
  • Alternatively, there is a regular "Pirate Ship" departing every two-hours between 10;00-16:00 that travel between Gdasnk and Westerplatte.
  • By the autumn of 1939, the Polish garrison occupying Westerplatte comprised of 182 soldiers expected to withstand a potential attack for twelve hours.
  • The first target of German troops in the invasion of Poland is a small garrison at Westerplatte.
  • On 14 March 1924, Poland was awarded Westerplatte as a location for bringing in military equipment and ammunition from abroad (Polish Military Transit Depot).