wróć...A story of strength and hope. A meeting with Bohdan Kończak

On the evening of 27 February 2026, the Museum of Polish Children – victims of totalitarianism hosted an extraordinary meeting with Bohdan Kończak, a former prisoner of the German camp for Polish children in Przemysłowa Street in Łódź. The event, held as part of the “Through My Own Eyes” series, also marked the celebration of his 91st birthday.

The event drew many visitors eager to hear the account of prisoner number 1064. The conversation led the audience through the tragic experiences of the Kończak family – from their violent arrest in Mosina and separation from their parents to the brutal reality of the German camp in Przemysłowa Street.

Mr Kończak, who was imprisoned at the age of eight, spoke about his time working in camp workshops and about daily life behind barbed wire, where hunger and violence were ever-present. The participants also learned about his remarkable bond with his brother Ireneusz, as well as the fate of their mother, who survived three concentration camps.

The post-war part of his story revealed the long and difficult process of coping with trauma and building an adult life after such experiences. Mr Kończak’s testimony remains an invaluable contribution to the Museum’s mission to preserve the memory of the youngest victims of totalitarian regimes.

The occasion was especially meaningful as guests joined in celebrating Mr Kończak’s 91st birthday. The moment was both solemn and heartfelt, filled with warm wishes, flowers, and expressions of deep respect. His presence, sharp memory, and willingness to share his story are of immense value to the Museum’s staff and to the people of Łódź.

We would like to thank everyone who joined us for this remarkable and deeply personal history lesson. We invite you to follow our upcoming events in the “Through My Own Eyes” series.