Polish Cemetery
The Polish Cemetery, located in the Doolab neighborhood in the south of Tehran, is a place with a heartbreaking history related to World War II. It serves as the final resting place for 1892 Polish citizens, including around 400 Polish soldiers and commanders.
History
Amidst the tumultuous period of World War II, Adolf Hitler’s reign over Germany led to the country’s occupation of Poland. This resulted in a significant number of Polish citizens being subjected to forced labor camps in Siberia and Kazakhstan, where they suffered unimaginable hardships. The cemetery that now stands as the final resting place for many of these Polish citizens is a poignant reminder of the atrocities committed during this dark period in history. It is worth noting that none of the soldiers buried here lost their lives in combat. Instead, they were among the fortunate few who managed to return to Europe via Iran after being released from Joseph Stalin’s forced labor camps. During this time, approximately 150,000 Poles entered Iran, with some opting to settle in the country and make it their home. Over time, some of these individuals eventually migrated to other countries, departing from the southern borders of Iran.
