Grzegorz Kurec

Grzegorz Kurec (Belarusian: Рыгор Курец, romanized: Ryhor Kurets, Lithuanian: Grigas Kurecas, 5 May 1868 in Shipka, Belarus - 6 March 1942 in Berlin, Germany) was a Polish entrepreneur, architect, and builder of Belarusian origins. He established one of the largest paper factories of the time, Grigiškės, and was the founder of the city of Grigiškės. His son, Włodzimierz, was a pilot and rally driver.

Grzegorz Kurec
Grzegorz Kurec
Born(1868-05-05)May 5, 1868
Shypki, Vileyka District, Belarus
DiedMarch 6, 1942(1942-03-06) (aged 73)
Berlin, Germany
NationalityPoland, Belarus
Occupation(s)Entrepreneur, Architect, Builder
Known forFounder of Grigiškės paper factory.
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