Monument to General Jerzy Ziętek in Katowice

The Monument to General Jerzy Ziętek stands in the centre of Katowice, in the Silesian Insurgents Park. It is a bronze statue on a granite base, unveiled on 19 November 2005.

Who made the monument

The sculpture is by Kazimierz Gustaw Zemła. The monument was unveiled the day after the 20th anniversary of the general's death. It commemorates him as a participant in the Silesian Uprisings, a voivode and a statesman. Next to it stands the Monument to the Silesian Insurgents.

What the sculpture looks like

The figure of the general is made of bronze, and the whole is set on granite. One of the decorative elements is the Upper Silesian eagle. Soon after the unveiling thieves stole the walking stick from the figure's hands; it was later fixed on a steel rod.

Practical information

• Place: Katowice, Śródmieście, Silesian Insurgents Park.
• The monument stands in a public space and can be viewed at any time.
• Nearby are the Silesian Museum and the Silesian Theatre, both within walking distance.