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Polish Territorial Defence and military recruitment
Overview
The Polish Territorial Defence Forces (WOT) and other military branches continue to conduct training, induction, and recruitment activities. Following previous induction ceremonies in the Lublin and Małopolska regions, new swearing-in ceremonies were held on October 24. In Cieszanów, over 70 volunteers joined the 20th Przemyśl Border Defense Brigade after completing basic training in marksmanship, tactics, first aid, communications, and topography. Colonel Daniel Błotko, commander of the 20th Przemyśl Border Defense Brigade, described the recruits as “guarantors of local security.” These soldiers will now begin a three-year training cycle in Przemyśl, Jarosław, and Sanok.
In Międzyrzecz, 150 trainees from the 17th Wielkopolska Mechanized Brigade, part of the 11th Lubuskie Armored Cavalry Division, also took their oaths. Known as the ‘Digital Brigade,’ the 17th Brigade is responsible for domestic and international crisis response.
Recruitment and training activities remain widespread. The 9th Braniewo Armored Cavalry Brigade scheduled intensive training for October 26 to 30, 2026, in Braniewo and surrounding areas. Commanders requested that the public avoid posting photos or videos of moving troops and equipment online to protect operational details. In northern Mazovia, the 5th Mazovian Territorial Defense Brigade announced recruitment dates for volunteers in Ciechanów on November 13 and December 12.
Other ongoing programs include the 18th Capital Territorial Defense Brigade, which offers a 16-day basic training course from November 14 to 29, 2026, and a one-week refresher course in late November. Additionally, the ninth turn of the Voluntary Basic Military Service continues to recruit for various branches, including land, armored, airborne, rocket, and naval forces.
Entities
Poland · Territorial Defence Forces · 18th Capital Territorial Defense Brigade · 11th Małopolska Territorial Defence Brigade · Ministry of National Defense
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Over 70 volunteers took an oath in Cieszanów to join the 20th Przemyśl Border Defense Brigade.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The ceremony in Cieszanów took place on October 24.
- [● 2 SOURCES] New soldiers in the 20th Brigade completed training in marksmanship, tactics, first aid, communications, and topography.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Recruits in the 20th Brigade will begin a three-year training cycle in Przemyśl, Jarosław, or Sanok.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] 150 trainees from the 17th Wielkopolska Mechanized Brigade took their oaths in Międzyrzecz on October 24.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The 17th Wielkopolska Mechanized Brigade is part of the 11th Lubuskie Armored Cavalry Division.
Timeline
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[POLITICS] 4 sourcesPoland announces 2027 military qualification details
Poland's 2027 military qualification process will run from February to April, targeting men born between 2003 and 2008.
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[POLITICS] 3 sourcesPolish military units hold swearing-in ceremonies for new soldiers
New Polish soldiers were sworn into service on October 24, including 70 volunteers in the 20th Przemyśl Border Defense Brigade and 150 trainees in the 17th Wielkopolska Mechanized Brigade.
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[POLITICS] 2 sourcesMilitary training activities announced in Poland
Military training is scheduled for late October in Braniewo, with authorities requesting residents avoid posting footage of troops online. Additionally, the 5th Mazovian Territorial Defense Brigade announced 20
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[POLITICS] 5 sourcesPoland opens military recruitment for territorial defense and voluntary service
Poland is conducting military recruitment for the 18th Capital Territorial Defense Brigade and the Voluntary Basic Military Service, offering diverse training programs for new and experienced candidates.
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[POLITICS] 6 sourcesTerritorial Defence Forces complete training in Lublin region
Territorial Defence Forces in Lublin completed intensive two-week training, while the Polish military announced its final voluntary service recruitment cycle for 2026.
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[POLITICS] 7 sourcesTerritorial Defense Brigade conducts military training for students in Poland
Approximately 90 students from Świętokrzyskie schools completed a five-day intensive military training program led by the 10th Świętokrzyska Territorial Defense Brigade.
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[POLITICS] 3 sourcesTerritorial Defence Forces members take military oaths in Poland
New volunteers from the Polish Territorial Defence Forces have taken military oaths in Dęblin and Wieliczka following the completion of their training programs.
Sources
beskidinfo.pl · biznes.interia.pl · chojnice24.pl · ciechtivi.pl · ddbelchatow.pl · dlahandlu.pl · dlalejdis.pl · dolnoslaska.policja.gov.pl · dziennikwschodni.pl · esanok.pl · farmer.pl · infopodkarpacie.pl · jarocinska.pl · jaw.pl · moj.powiat.pl · moje-gniezno.pl · radiovia.com.pl · tko.pl · tomaszowski.com.pl · trybunalski.pl · tuzgierz.pl · warszawainfo.pl · wieliczkacity.pl · wojna.co.pl · zachod.pl
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