Monument to the Victims of the Soviet Occupation, Memorial stone at Great National Assembly Square, Chișinău, Moldova
The Monument to the Victims of the Soviet Occupation is a memorial stone positioned in front of the Government House at Great National Assembly Square, featuring inscriptions that commemorate those who suffered during Soviet rule. The stone structure is simple yet powerful, with carved text serving as a permanent record of the hardships endured during this period.
The memorial stone was established on June 28, 2010, marking Soviet Occupation Day, at a site where a Lenin monument previously stood. This replacement symbolizes the nation's shift away from Soviet legacy toward a focus on national identity and remembrance.
The monument serves as a gathering place where people come together to honor the memory of those affected by Soviet rule in Moldova. It holds deep personal significance for local residents as a symbol of remembrance and shared historical experience.
The monument is accessible year-round at this central location near Great National Assembly Square, where informational plaques provide context about the Soviet period. Visitors can examine the inscriptions and carvings freely, as the memorial stands in public space at an easily reachable downtown location.
The stone represents the opening phase of a broader planned memorial complex intended to document the effects of Soviet rule comprehensively. This initial installation demonstrates how the nation is working to preserve and present this historical period to future generations.
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