Lysiak, Oleg Oleksandrovich (1912-1998), editor

Brody: zbirnyk statei i narysiv za redaktsieiu Olega Lysiaka [Brody: A collection of articles and essays edited by O. Lysiak]

Munich: Brotherhood of Veterans of the First Ukrainian Division of the Ukrainian National Army (UNA), 1951. Levytsky, Myron (pseud: Lev) (1913 -1993), book design. Original publisher’s cover and dust jacket. 164 pages: illustrations, maps. Text in Ukrainian. A well-preserved copy with minimal wear to the cover; the dust jacket shows slight signs of chipping, while the internal content remains in very good condition. Item #704

Oleg Oleksandrovich Lysiak (1912-1998), editor; Myron Levytsky (pseud: Lev) (1913 -1993), book design; Ivan Maksymovych Koshelivets (1907-1999), editor; Yulian Volyaniuk (1912-1975), cartographic works.

A rare and culturally significant publication, featuring a collection of articles and essays. It delves into the history of the "Halychyna" division, later known as the First Ukrainian Division of the Ukrainian National Army. These writings, authored by members of the OUN and former soldiers of the division, along with various public and political figures, provide valuable firsthand accounts of their experiences during and after World War II.

The book sheds light on the training, battles, capture, and emigration journeys of the individuals who never ceased their struggle for independent Ukraine. Among the contributors are notable figures such as Lyubomyr Ortynskyi, Mykhailo Khronovyat, Ivan Hrynokh, and others. Their testimonies debunk long-standing myths and offer a more accurate portrayal of Ukrainians' involvement in World War II and their defense of their state.

Published in Munich after WWII, "Brody" stands as a bibliographic rarity today, exemplifying the historical and cultural significance of many diaspora publications.


Oleg Oleksandrovich Lysiak (1912-1998) was a Ukrainian novelist, playwright, and journalist. From 1943 to 1945, he served as a member of the press corps for the "Halichyna" division. He also worked in the editorial offices of newspapers such as "Ukrainian Tribuna" (1946-1948) and "Ukrainian Independent" (1950-1952).

Myron Mykolayovych Levitskyi, known by the pseudonym "LEV" or "Lev," was born on October 14, 1913, in Lviv, and passed away on July 17, 1993, in Toronto. He was a Ukrainian author, painter, and graphic artist, and he was a member of the "Slovo" Association of Ukrainian Writers.

Yulian Volyaniuk, a talented artist and painter, who during the years 1943-1945, served as a military reporter-draftsman in the ranks of the UNA Division. Following the conclusion of World War II, he established his own art studio in Rosenheim, situated near Munich.

Lyubomyr Ortynskyi (1919-1961) was an OUN activist who held various roles within different military units. He served as a senior officer in the "Roland" Legion, held the rank of sergeant in the 201st Schutzmannschaft battalion, worked as a liaison officer for the 29th regiment of the "Halychyna" division, and was the head of the Main Board of the Brotherhood of Former Soldiers of the 1st Ukrainian Division of the Ukrainian National Army. Additionally, he was a member of the Foreign Representative Office of the UGVR.

Mykhailo Khronovyat (1894— 1981) was a Ukrainian public figure, cooperative leader, military activist, and agronomist engineer.

Ivan Hrynokh (1907 – 1994) was a Ukrainian Greek-Catholic priest and community activist. He served as the chaplain for the Nachtigall Battalion and played a significant role in the 3rd Great Conference of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists in 1943. Hrynokh also helped establish the Ukrainian Supreme Liberation Council and was elected Vice President in 1944. He conducted diplomatic missions with Romanian and Hungarian governments and sought alliances for the Ukrainian Insurgent Army in Western countries, eventually settling in Munich, Germany.

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