Questions about Independent Operational Group Polesie
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did the Independent Operational Group Polesie emerge?
The Independent Operational Group Polesie emerged on the 11th of September 1939. General Franciszek Kleeberg received orders from Polish Commander in Chief to defend a specific region stretching between the Muchawiec and Prypeć rivers.
Who commanded the Independent Operational Group Polesie during World War II?
General Franciszek Kleeberg commanded the Independent Operational Group Polesie. He led the group from its formation until his surrender on the 5th of October 1939, becoming the last Polish general to capitulate during the defensive war.
Where was the headquarters of the Independent Operational Group Polesie located?
The headquarters of the Independent Operational Group Polesie sat within the town of Pińsk. The area defended by the group stretched between the Muchawiec and Prypeć rivers before German forces broke through central defenses.
What happened at the final battle of the Independent Operational Group Polesie?
The final engagement began on the 2nd of October at the town of Kock against German XIV Mechanized Corps. Fighting continued through early hours of the 6th of October when supplies ran completely out including essential ammunition.
Why did General Franciszek Kleeberg redirect troops away from the Romanian border?
General Franciszek Kleeberg redirected his troops away from the Romanian border to assist Warsaw after finding himself cut off from superiors on the 22nd of September. His forces targeted the town of Dęblin where large stores of supplies existed before engaging Soviet Red Army forces.