On the Roads of Europe

Roman Lazurko's life became a testament to a tragic era when Ukrainian dreams of independence were intertwined with the harsh realities of World War II. One of the thousands of volunteers who joined the ranks of the Galician Division, he plunged headfirst into the maelstrom of battle, collaborating with the UPA and overcoming front-line routes from Poland to Yugoslavia.
In his memoirs, Lazurko not only describes the horrific events of the war but also masterfully weaves black humor into them, making the narrative both captivating and truthful. His words give us an opportunity to take a fresh look at the Galician Division, where young men, "with Ukrainian hearts under German uniforms," sincerely strove for freedom for their homeland.