85 mm divisional gun D-44, field gun of the Soviet Union
The 85 mm divisional gun D-44 is a Soviet field artillery piece developed after World War II. The gun measures 8.34 m (27 ft) long and 1.68 m (5.5 ft) wide, and was designed to support infantry units in battle.
The gun was developed in the Soviet Union after 1945 and quickly became standard equipment for Soviet forces. It remained in service throughout the Cold War and beyond.
The weapon is displayed in an open-air setting in Lviv where it can be viewed freely. Visitors can observe it at any time without special arrangements needed.
This gun saw action in numerous conflicts after World War II and was adopted by many countries beyond the Soviet Union. Its display in Lviv connects the city to this broader military history.
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