Soviet monitor Zhelezniakov, Naval monument in Podil Raion, Kyiv, Ukraine
Description
The Soviet monitor Zhelezniakov is a river warship measuring 51.2 meters long and 8.22 meters wide, built specifically for operations on inland waterways. The vessel displays multiple guns and autocannons that made up its combat armament during World War II.
History
The monitor was built in 1936 as part of a class of six river warships designed for Soviet waterways. It survived World War II when all its sister ships were lost, leading to its conversion into a museum vessel in 1967.
Culture
The vessel is named after Anatoli Zhelezniakov, a Russian sailor whose actions during the early Soviet period left their mark on history. This naming choice reflects how the ship connected military service with revolutionary events.
Practical
The ship sits on Rybalskyi Island in the Podil district and can be viewed from outside in an open park setting. Visiting during daytime hours lets you see the vessel and its weapons clearly from different angles.
Did you know?
The ship required a crew of 78 personnel to manage all its systems, showing the complexity involved in operating this river warship. This large crew was needed to handle weapons, navigation, and engines simultaneously.
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