Lucjan Żeligowski 1865 – 1947

Biography

Lucjan Żeligowski was born on October 17, 1865, in Ašmiany, a town in the region of Lithuania. He devoted his life to military service, becoming a notable Polish officer whose career spanned a transformative period in Eastern European history. Throughout his years of service, he contributed to Poland’s military development during a time of significant political and territorial changes in the region.

After decades of dedicated service to his nation, Żeligowski spent his final years in London, where he passed away on July 9, 1947. His death marked the end of a life spent in commitment to his country’s defense and military interests. His remains were returned to Poland and interred at Powązki Military Cemetery in Żoliborz, Warsaw—one of Poland’s most honored burial grounds, reserved for those who served their nation with distinction. This final resting place reflects the respect and recognition he earned through his military career and his lasting legacy in Polish history.