Monument to heroes of World War I

The monument features a bronze Cossack figure holding a sword, positioned in front of a three meter tall St. George Cross made of brass, all set on a granite base. The structure stands about 8 feet (2.5 meters) high and creates a clear vertical form within the city.

This memorial was built in 2014 to honor the approximately 125,000 Don Cossacks who fought on the Russian front during World War I. It emerged as a local effort to keep the memory of those from this region alive.

The Cossack figure with a sword represents a key part of local identity in Azov and the surrounding region. This image carries deep meaning for people who live here and connects to traditions that remain important today.

The memorial is open to the public year-round and located at a straightforward spot within Azov city. Visitors can view the site freely at any time without special arrangements or advance notice.

The entire cost of building this memorial came from donations by residents of Azov, rather than from government funding. This shows how the community chose to preserve and honor its own history.

Location: Rostov Oblast

Location: Azov

Inception: 2012

Height: 2.5 m

Made from material: bronze, brass, granite

GPS coordinates: 47.10389,39.41444

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:22