For the heroes

Pardubice played an important role during both World War I and World War II. Events that took place here influenced not only the region but also the development of the entire country. In many ways, the stories connected with Pardubice are unique within the Czech context – for example in the number of people involved and the remarkable role women played in resistance and support activities.

For this reason, the tourism project In the Footsteps of Heroes was created to present the period of wars and totalitarian regimes of the 20th century in Pardubice and its surroundings in a clear and accessible way. It offers a comprehensive view of history through specific places, personal destinies and the stories of people connected with the city.