Nestled in the waters near Hel, Poland, lies the battered but iconic wreck of ORP Wicher—a ship that symbolized Polish resilience, ambition, and sacrifice during one of the most turbulent eras in history. From her impressive commissioning in the late 1920s to her heroic battles in 1939, this destroyer’s story is a rollercoaster of technological innovation, daring missions, and wartime tragedy.