The National Spitfire Project is proud to announce George Byczynski as our newest Ace.
In Spitfire history, an “Ace” was a pilot recognised for exceptional skill, bravery, and dedication. By giving this title to our ambassadors, we honour that legacy. Our Aces are champions of the project — advocates who help raise awareness and support for the National Spitfire Monument. They ensure the story of the Spitfire and the people behind it continues to inspire future generations.
About George Byczynski
George Byczynski is a respected defence and security expert specialising in Central and Eastern Europe. He currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Anders de Wiart Associates, a military doctrine development and training firm, where he works at the intersection of strategy, security, and international cooperation.
Since 2017, George has been an Adviser to the UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Poland. He has organised several high-profile bilateral meetings and events and contributing to defence policies and legislative initiatives. He has also served as Adviser to the APPG on Lithuania, helping strengthen political and defence ties across the region.
Beyond his parliamentary work, George is the founder of British Poles, a media platform with the largest social media reach for Poles living abroad. He is also a committed member of the UK Friends of Ukraine, having organised multiple British parliamentary delegations to Ukraine between 2022 and 2024.
George holds an LLM in International Law from the University of Westminster and a BSc in International Politics from Brunel University. He is a Member of the New Security Leaders programme at the Warsaw Security Forum. He is also co-author of the reports Three Seas Initiative and the Opportunities for Global Britain and Financing the Future – How to Attract More Foreign Investors to the Three Seas Region.
His contributions have been recognised internationally: he received the Commission of National Education Honours (KEN) from the Polish Minister of Education in 2023. George was also awarded the “Ambassador of Polish History” state honour by the Institute of National Remembrance in 2024.
A History of Supporting Military Heritage
Alongside his policy and security work, George has long championed military history and remembrance. He has organised several fundraising initiatives, including for the bronze bust of General Władysław Anders, which was gifted to the National Army Museum, Chelsea. He has also volunteered for both the Royal British Legion and the RAF Museum, contributing to the preservation and promotion of Britain’s military heritage.
A Valuable Advocate for the National Spitfire Project
George brings with him not only expertise in defence and international affairs, but also a deep personal commitment to honouring the past. His energy, leadership, and passion for heritage make him a powerful ambassador for our mission to build a permanent National Spitfire Monument.
We are honoured to welcome him as an Ace — and look forward to working together to ensure the legacy of the Spitfire continues to inspire courage, innovation, and unity.