Lviv and its citizens during the Polish-Soviet War (July-August 1920)

The threat of Soviet occupation of Lviv in summer 1920 forced both the civilian and mi-litary authorities to hastily prepare defense. Since the conscription into the regular army, in Lviv as well, did not bring the expected influx of recruits, the country leadership took a deci-sion to announce the recruitment of volunteers. Despite some difficulties, several “Małopol-ska” divisions of the Volunteer Army were formed in Lviv. These divisions were very active and ensured law and order in the city along with regular troops. At the same time, numerous patriotic events were regularly held in Lviv. Donations for the army were constantly collected and preparations for defense were made in the city. The possibility of capturing Lviv changed significantly, though not radically, the lives of its inhabitants. Feelings of fear, outbursts of panic, evacuation of entire families became the features of everyday life in Lviv. However, catering establishments, city markets, shops, theaters, cinemas, and other facilities continued to function, although with minor adjustments.