A collection of wartime objects, including a rare Polish cavalry sabre, has been discovered in Ryki County in eastern Poland. The find was made during a field survey conducted by members of the Historical and Exploration Association “Nadwiślańskie Urzecze.”
The group targeted areas linked to the 1939 movements of the Independent Operational Group Polesie, a formation led by Franciszek Kleeberg during the early phase of World War II. These searches were carried out with the permission of regional heritage authorities.
Rare Military Artifacts Recovered
The most significant object recovered is a wz. 34 model Polish cavalry sabre, commonly known as the “Ludwikówka.” This specific model was utilized by Polish cavalry during the September 1939 campaign and was found by team member Robert Keler.
Additional discoveries include a Polish military eagle emblem from a forage cap, fragments of equipment, and a blade that may be a “Perkun” bayonet, though confirmation is pending. Researchers also recovered a Polish military dog tag and uniform buttons dating to the 1939 period.
Evidence of Multi-Period Site Use
The team noted that previous explorations of the site had already produced historical finds. These included coins from Riga and silver wire coins known as “Tsar’s teardrops,” dated to the 14th and 15th centuries.
The mixture of medieval coins and 20th-century military equipment suggests the site may have served as a campsite or stopping place across different eras. While the coins appeared in small clusters, the military items were more scattered.
Work at the site remains ongoing as the team maps the location of each item to better understand how the area was utilized. Many of the objects are currently undergoing cleaning and conservation to facilitate full identification.
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