The story of Wojtek is one of the most extraordinary tales of World War II. A small bear, adopted by the Polish soldiers of Anders’ Army, quickly became their friend and comrade-in-arms. He accompanied them on their military journey from Iran to Italy, where, among other things, he helped carry crates of ammunition. The heroic bear became a symbol not only of courage and friendship, but also of the fate of Polish soldiers who fought alongside the Allies, unable to return to their homeland, which was enslaved by the communists