Janusz Kurtyka

Janusz Kurtyka was a Polish historian and the director of the Institute of National Remembrance, an organization responsible for documenting and preserving the history of Poland, particularly related to the Holocaust and communism. He played a significant role in uncovering and promoting historical truth about Poland's past. Kurtyka's work focused on ensuring that the complexities of Poland's history were understood and remembered, emphasizing the importance of historical accountability. He tragically died in a plane crash in 2010, which also claimed the lives of many Polish officials. His contributions continue to influence historical research and memory in Poland.