Koszutski, Stanisław Paweł

Date of birth:: August 5th, 1903 (Zagosc)
Date of death:: September 24th, 1982 (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
Nationality:: Polish

Biography

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Medal Niepodleglosci

Awarded on:: December 23rd, 1933

Distinguished Service Order (DSO)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: Podpulkownik (Lieutenant-colonel)
Unit:: HQ, 2nd Polish Armoured Regiment, 1st Polish Armoured Division, Polish Armed Forces in the West

"On 8th September 1944, Lieutenant Colonel Koszutski, commanding his regiment, captured by a daring flank attack the town of Ruysselede, Belgium MR 9680, which was defended by enemy infantry supported by a strong anti-tank screen. Considerable quantities of equipment were destroyed and over 200 prisoners taken. During one stage of the battle he led his forward tanks personally, having previously carried out a recce of the ground on foot under heavy and concentrated enemy fire.

The success of the operation was very largely due to Lieutenant Colonel Koszutski's coolness and presence of mind under difficult conditions. He set a fine example to the men of his regiment by his determination and utter contempt for danger, and was an inspiration to all under his command. Exhibiting outstanding qualities of leadership."

Dated 28th June 1945