Kolky Republic

Kolky Republic (Ukrainian: Колківська Республіка) was a temporary state composed of five regions of Volyn, measuring approximately 2500 square kilometers, created after being liberated from Nazi Germany in April 1943 by the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) and resistance fighters in Volyn. The state was named after its capital, the village of Kolky. The Ukrainians burned Roman Catholic church in Kolky killing about 40 Poles.[1] The Kolky Republic lasted until November 4, 1943, when it was retaken by Nazi Germany using artillery and air attacks.

Kolky Republic
Колківська Республіка
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Coat of arms
Anthem: Shche ne vmerla Ukrainy i slava, i volia
CapitalKolky
Common languagesUkrainian
GovernmentRepublic
Historical eraSecond World War
 Established
April 1943
 Disestablished
November 1943
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