Mieczysław Fogg 1901 – 1990

Biography

Mieczysław Fogg was born on May 30, 1901, in Warsaw, Poland, during a time of great cultural flourishing in the city. Throughout his life, he became known as a singer, contributing to the rich musical heritage of Poland during the twentieth century. His career spanned many decades, allowing him to witness and participate in the evolution of Polish music and culture through periods of tremendous change.

Fogg spent virtually his entire life in Warsaw, the city of his birth. He remained connected to his homeland throughout his years, establishing himself within Warsaw’s artistic community. His dedication to his craft and his presence in Polish cultural life made him a notable figure in the nation’s musical landscape.

On September 3, 1990, Fogg passed away in Warsaw at the age of 89, having lived through nearly the entire twentieth century. His final resting place is Cmentarz Bródnowski, a significant cemetery in the Targówek district of Warsaw, where many notable Poles are interred. Through his life’s work as a singer, Mieczysław Fogg left his mark on Polish musical tradition, remembered as part of Warsaw’s enduring cultural legacy.