[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 49 (Tuesday, April 28, 1998)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E683] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN MEMORY OF STANLEY RADWAN ______ HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, April 28, 1998 Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Stanley Radwan, a native of Poland and a famed strongman. Mr. Radwan's life was filled with amazing accomplishments, both physical and mental. He embodied the spirit of a hardworking individual. Born in Poland in 1908, Radwan was a distinct child from his birth, showing off his strength for childhood friends during his youth. He joined several Polish fraternal organizations and clubs, taking great pride in his Polish heritage. His national pride inspired him to join the Polish navy and learn many languages before World War II. Unfortunately, Radwan was captured by the Nazis and became a prisoner of war at the Bergen-Belsen camp. He became legendary in the camp as he escaped briefly by pushing a brick wall over with his bare hands. Radwan immigrated to the United States after the war and established himself in Northeastern Ohio. Mr. Radwan, also known as the ``Polish Strongman'' and the ``King of Iron and Steel,'' wrestled professionally for over twenty years and was never defeated. He amazed his audience with feats of strength including straightening horseshoes, pulling cars with his teeth, and ripping quarters in half. Radwan even demonstrated these talents on the television show ``You Asked For It.'' Radwan also served his new country in many capacities, most notably as a bodyguard for Cleveland officials and a worker in the Cuyahoga County Auditor's Office. He was noted for his clean attendance record and his hard work at the office. Radwan never lost touch with his Polish heritage, hosting a polish- language radio show and working with Polish organizations. He is survived by two sons, a daughter, and seven grandchildren. My fellow colleagues, join me in saluting the life of a true ``strongman'' in all facets of the word: Stanley Radwan. ____________________