Monument to the unknown sailor, War memorial in Shevchenko Park, Odesa, Ukraine
The 21-meter red granite obelisk features an eternal flame at its base, with bronze wreaths and military symbols adorning the structure.
The monument, inaugurated on May 9, 1960, commemorates Soviet sailors who defended Odesa during the Dnieper-Carpathian Offensive of 1944.
The Alley of Glory surrounding the monument contains graves of Heroes of the Soviet Union, including Mikhail Astashkin and Vitaliy Topolsky.
The memorial site maintains an honor guard of local cadets during public holidays and ceremonial occasions throughout the year.
The monument offers views of the Black Sea while serving as a central gathering point for Victory Day celebrations and military remembrance ceremonies.
Location: Odesa
Location: Prymorskyi Raion
Inception: May 9, 1960
GPS coordinates: 46.47916,30.76134
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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