Monument to Poltava fortress commandant A. S. Kelyn, Military memorial in Poltava, Ukraine.
The monument features a statue of Colonel Alexei Kelin standing in military regalia at the center of a stone memorial complex.
Inaugurated in 1909 during the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Poltava, the monument commemorates the successful defense against Swedish forces in 1709.
The memorial represents the military heritage of Poltava through sculptures designed by artist Artemy Ober under General Alexander Bilderling's direction.
Located at coordinates 49.5793009, 34.5609808, the monument serves as a central point for ceremonies and historical tours in Poltava.
During the 1709 siege, Commander Kelin exchanged messages with Tsar Peter The Great by writing notes and sending them inside cannonballs.
Website: http://www.battle-poltava.org/ukr/monuments/kelin/
Website: http://battle-poltava.org/ukr/monuments/kelin
GPS coordinates: 49.57930,34.56098
Latest update: March 12, 2025 05:34
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