Victory Bridge, Cultural heritage bridge in Voykovsky District, Moscow, Russia
Victory Bridge is a regional cultural heritage site in Moscow that spans the Leningrad Highway with four lanes in each direction. The structure is built from reinforced concrete and measures about 132 meters in length.
The bridge was built starting in 1943 during World War II and was one of Moscow's first Victory monuments. Engineer Ermolin and architect Chechulin shaped its design as a landmark of the era.
The bridge displays sculptures of male and female soldiers on tall pedestals at its northern section. These figures commemorate the defense of Moscow and shape how the place looks to anyone passing through.
The bridge underwent major reconstruction between 1960 and 1961, expanding from two to four lanes in each direction. Visitors should know that traffic can be heavy in both directions, and the sculptures are best viewed from the sidewalks.
Sculptor Nikolai Tomsky designed the soldier silhouettes to convey the tension and fear people felt during Moscow's defense in 1941. This artistic choice makes the sculptures emotionally compelling and sets them apart from other war memorials.
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