Karol Olgierd Borchardt
Encyclopedia
Karol Olgierd Borchardt (1905–1986) was a Polish
writer and captain
of the Polish Merchant Navy
.
Although he was born in Moscow
, he spent the vast majority of his life and died in Gdynia. He raised two generations of Polish officers. While demanding, he was also a warm-hearted and understanding teacher.
His books were tributes for his captains – Mamert Stankiewicz
and Eustazy Borkowski. There are many schools named after him and it is an irrefutable proof that Karol Olgierd Borchardt is still remembered as a hero of Gdynia
.
He was extremely strong-willed, set himself goals on a regular basis and, what is more, he was open-minded, caring and inquiring as well. His book Znaczy kapitan describes fascinating adventures at sea in a humorous and informative way, mostly connected with Mamert Stankiewicz
. The book Szaman morski tells the tales about Eustazy Borkowski, the title is a nickname of this extraordinary sea captain (eng. sea shaman).
Karol Olgierd Borchardt was a very tall and strong man. Moreover, even in his elderly years, he still continued training yoga
and other sports.
Poland
Poland , officially the Republic of Poland , is a country in Central Europe bordered by Germany to the west; the Czech Republic and Slovakia to the south; Ukraine, Belarus and Lithuania to the east; and the Baltic Sea and Kaliningrad Oblast, a Russian exclave, to the north...
writer and captain
Captain (nautical)
A sea captain is a licensed mariner in ultimate command of the vessel. The captain is responsible for its safe and efficient operation, including cargo operations, navigation, crew management and ensuring that the vessel complies with local and international laws, as well as company and flag...
of the Polish Merchant Navy
Polish Merchant Navy
The Polish Merchant Navy was created in the interwar period when the Second Polish Republic regained independence.During World War II, many ships of the Polish Navy joined the Allied merchant navy and its convoys, as part of the Polish contribution to World War II.After the war, the Polish...
.
Although he was born in Moscow
Moscow
Moscow is the capital, the most populous city, and the most populous federal subject of Russia. The city is a major political, economic, cultural, scientific, religious, financial, educational, and transportation centre of Russia and the continent...
, he spent the vast majority of his life and died in Gdynia. He raised two generations of Polish officers. While demanding, he was also a warm-hearted and understanding teacher.
His books were tributes for his captains – Mamert Stankiewicz
Mamert Stankiewicz
Mamert Stankiewicz was a Polish naval officer of the merchant marine, the commander of Lwów, SS Polonia and finally the ocean liner MS Piłsudski. During the opening months of World War II he sank with the latter ship and died of hypothermia...
and Eustazy Borkowski. There are many schools named after him and it is an irrefutable proof that Karol Olgierd Borchardt is still remembered as a hero of Gdynia
Gdynia
Gdynia is a city in the Pomeranian Voivodeship of Poland and an important seaport of Gdańsk Bay on the south coast of the Baltic Sea.Located in Kashubia in Eastern Pomerania, Gdynia is part of a conurbation with the spa town of Sopot, the city of Gdańsk and suburban communities, which together...
.
He was extremely strong-willed, set himself goals on a regular basis and, what is more, he was open-minded, caring and inquiring as well. His book Znaczy kapitan describes fascinating adventures at sea in a humorous and informative way, mostly connected with Mamert Stankiewicz
Mamert Stankiewicz
Mamert Stankiewicz was a Polish naval officer of the merchant marine, the commander of Lwów, SS Polonia and finally the ocean liner MS Piłsudski. During the opening months of World War II he sank with the latter ship and died of hypothermia...
. The book Szaman morski tells the tales about Eustazy Borkowski, the title is a nickname of this extraordinary sea captain (eng. sea shaman).
Karol Olgierd Borchardt was a very tall and strong man. Moreover, even in his elderly years, he still continued training yoga
Yoga
Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline, originating in ancient India. The goal of yoga, or of the person practicing yoga, is the attainment of a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility while meditating on Supersoul...
and other sports.
- Achievements
- Books: Znaczy kapitan (1960), Krążownik spod Somosierry (1963), Szaman Morski (1968)
- Cross of ValourCross of ValourThe Cross of Valour may refer to one of a number of decorations:* The Cross of Valour is Australia's highest civil award.* The Cross of Valour is Canada's highest civil award....
(1920 and 1941) - Cross of MeritCross of MeritThere are hundreds of decorations that bear the name "Cross of Merit". As a rule a cross of merit is higher than a medal but not as esteemed as the grade of Knight in an order of merit.- The Netherlands :...
(1957) - Medal of Ministry of National Education of the Republic of Poland (1970)
- Gdynia's President Prize (1974)