IPN UB This is used in Polish surname lists. I need an explanation in English as to what these letters mean.?

Question

I am starting to check my Polish heritage and posted surnames into a google search and these letters keep coming up in lists, what do they mean?

Answer 1

Hey Rose,

Urząd Bezpieczeństwa or UB (Office of Security)

Metody Pracy Operacyjnej Aparatu Bezpieczństwa wobec kościołów i związków zawodowych 1945-1989, IPN Warszawa 2004 (Methods of operative work of Security organs against churches and trade unions 1945-1989, Warsaw 2004 IPN - [IPN] - Institute of National Remembrance])