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Axel Polish Cross

The monument was designed by Polish veterans and unveiled on September 19, 1945.

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September 17, 1944 died hero's death in this place when the canal was forced

Axel – Hulst 25 Polish soldiers of the 10th Regiment of dragoons bringing freedom from Holland on their return to Poland

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In memory of Count d`Ursel Hubert Tolk 10th Regiment Dragoons Born: 22-01-1922 In Watermael Boitsfort Belgium fell at the canal Axel – Hulst on 17-09-1944