Памятник танковому экипажу Степана Горобца, World War II tank crew memorial in Komsomolskaya Square, Tver, Russia.
Description
The memorial in Komsomolskaya Square is a T-34 tank mounted on a pedestal as a war monument. The installation includes plaques that honor the crew members who died during the 1941 defense of the city.
History
Lieutenant Stepan Gorobets led a significant tank operation through German-occupied Tver in October 1941. The crew's actions during this defensive campaign became a pivotal moment in the city's wartime history.
Culture
The memorial serves as a gathering place during annual Victory Day celebrations where locals honor the sacrifice of the tank crew. People visit to remember the soldiers who fought to defend the city from occupation.
Practical
The memorial sits in the center of Komsomolskaya Square and is easily accessible on foot from the city center. The site is open year-round and takes just a few minutes to view.
Did you know?
The T-34 tank marks the exact spot where Gorobets's crew entered the city during the 1941 offensive. This placement connects visitors directly to the historical moment when the defensive action took place.
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