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Russian Orthodox Church of the Archangel Michael in Warsaw
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Russian Orthodox Church of the Archangel Michael in Warsaw
The Church of the Archangel Michael in Warsaw - an Orthodox church in Warsaw, located on Ujazdowskie Avenue (aleje Ujazdowskie), in the area of the current Plac na Rozdrozu (Crossroads Square). One of the military churches built for the needs of the Russian troops stationed in Warsaw, in particular the Lithuanian Regiment. Built in the 1890s, it was destroyed in 1923, during the recovery of churches recognized as symbols of Russian power during the Second Polish Republic. Date: 1912
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This evocative photograph captures the majestic Russian Orthodox Church of the Archangel Michael in Warsaw, as it stood proudly on Ujazdowskie Avenue in the early 1910s. A military church built for the needs of the Russian troops, particularly the Lithuanian Regiment, the Church of the Archangel Michael was completed in the late 1890s. Its distinctive onion-shaped domes, adorned with intricate green detailing, were a striking contrast against the urban landscape of Warsaw. The Russian Orthodox faith had a significant presence in Warsaw, with many soldiers and their families forming a community in the city. The church, with its grandeur and spiritual significance, served as a symbol of their cultural identity and connection to their homeland. However, the political landscape of Poland underwent significant changes in the aftermath of World War I. During the Second Polish Republic, churches recognized as symbols of Russian power were targeted for destruction. In 1923, the Church of the Archangel Michael was unfortunately demolished, leaving only memories and this photograph as testaments to its former glory. This image, taken in 1912, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, showcasing the architectural beauty and historical significance of the Russian Orthodox Church of the Archangel Michael in Warsaw.
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