Monument to Fyodor Poletaev in Ryazan

The Monument to Fyodor Poletaev is a granite structure in central Ryazan, designed by architect Lev Grigorievich Golubovskiy and created by sculptor Vladimir Yefimovich Tsigal. The memorial stands in a central location and displays the artistic craftsmanship of its era.

Fyodor Poletaev was a Soviet soldier from Ryazan who escaped a German concentration camp and joined the Italian resistance movement. He fought against Nazi forces there until 1945 and received military decorations from both his country and Italy.

The memorial honors a Soviet soldier who fought alongside Italian resistance fighters and earned respect across borders during the war. It stands as a symbol of the connection between Ryazan and the Italian anti-Nazi struggle.

The memorial is located in central Ryazan and can be reached easily by following main pedestrian routes through the city center. Its central position makes it accessible and visible to visitors exploring the downtown area.

The soldier honored by this memorial received Italy's highest military award, the Gold Medal for Military Valor, making him one of the few Soviet soldiers to receive such recognition from another nation. This cross-border honor reflects an extraordinary journey during wartime.

Location: Ryazan

Architects: Lev Grigorievich Golubovskiy

Creator: Vladimir Yefimovich Tsigal

Made from material: granite

GPS coordinates: 54.61035,39.71749

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:26