Lyudnikov's Island, Military stronghold in Krasnooktyabrsky District, Volgograd, Russia.
The fortification area spans 700 by 400 meters along the western bank of the Volga River near the Barrikady industrial complex.
During the Battle of Stalingrad in 1942, Colonel Ivan Lyudnikov's 138th Rifle Division defended this position against three German infantry divisions for 40 days.
The memorial site features the preserved ruins of the division command post, several mass graves, and commemorative stone markers dedicated to the defenders.
The memorial complex remains accessible through Nizhny Poselok area, with guided tours available from the Volgograd regional museum administration.
Radio operators at station Rolik maintained critical communications under constant enemy fire while completely surrounded by German forces.
Location: Volgograd
Location: Krasnooktyabrsky District
Inception: 1942
Part of: Battle of Stalingrad
GPS coordinates: 48.77327,44.58634
Latest update: May 12, 2025 00:18
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