Poland's Armed Forces Day Parade and Defense Preparedness

SOURCE www.npr.org
Poland commemorates Armed Forces Day in 2024 with a parade celebrating the 1920 victory over Soviet Russia at the Battle of Warsaw. Poland, as a neighbor of Ukraine, prepares for potential threats from Russia by investing heavily in defense and plans to train every adult for war.

Key Points

  • Poland commemorates Armed Forces Day in 2024
  • Plans to train every adult in Poland for war
  • Investing nearly 5% of GDP on defense

Pros

  • Commemorates historical victory over Soviet Russia at the Battle of Warsaw
  • Investing significantly in defense preparedness
  • Plan to train every adult in Poland for war