His Weapon
For those of you who are wondering what kind of weapon he is holding in the first photograph, that appears to be a Russian VKS suppressed sniper rifle. The VKS is a straight pull bolt action bullpup chambered for a 12.7x55mm STs-130 subsonic round. It is also known as a VSSK or Vykhlop (Выхлоп), which translates to “exhaust” in English. This unusual-looking heavy hitter was built for special forces units of the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation (FSB), the main successor of the former Soviet Union‘s KGB.
SOFREP Pic of the Day: Polish Volunteer Dies Fighting for Ukrainian Freedom
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Janusz 'Kozak' Szeremeta, a Polish volunteer with no prior military experience, died in December 2022 while fighting for Ukraine in the International Legion. His motivation stemmed from a desire to help his Ukrainian wife and daughter, showcasing the personal sacrifices made by foreign volunteers in the ongoing conflict.
Key points from this article:
- The Polish volunteer Janusz 'Kozak' Szeremeta joined the fight in Ukraine shortly after the Russian invasion despite having no military background.
- How Szeremeta's commitment to aid Ukraine was influenced by his Ukrainian wife and daughter, driving him to take action against the Russian invasion.
- Why Szeremeta's story highlights the broader involvement of international volunteers in the conflict, emphasizing the personal sacrifices made to combat Russian aggression.
SOFREP Pic of the Day: Polish Volunteer Dies Fighting for Ukrainian Freedom
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Polish volunteer Janusz Szeremeta died fighting for Ukraine’s right to be free.
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