Upon taking the Abbey, the Poles raised the flag of Poland over the ruins of the monastery.
Upon taking the Abbey, the Poles raised the flag of Poland over the ruins of the monastery.
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To commemorate the victory and the gallantry of their soldiers, the Polish government (then in exile) created the Monte Cassino Cross to commemorate those who fought in the campaign. A total of 48,498 crosses were awarded to Polish soldiers who took part in the battle.
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To commemorate the victory and the gallantry of their soldiers, the Polish government (then in exile) created the Monte Cassino Cross to honor those who fought in the campaign. A total of 48,498 crosses were awarded to Polish soldiers who took part in the battle.