Chapayev monument, Federal cultural heritage monument in Samara, Russia
Chapayev monument depicts a general on horseback surrounded by seven bronze figures at the base, each representing different people from the Russian Civil War period. The entire work sits on a large stone base located in front of the drama theatre on Chapayev Square.
A sculptor created this work in 1932 as a memorial to an important revolution. The monument became a symbol for people who participated in that historical conflict.
The figures surrounding the base represent people from different backgrounds during the civil war: a commissar, soldiers from various regions, a peasant, and a sailor. These bronze characters show how diverse groups came together during that period.
The monument stands on central Chapayev Square directly in front of the drama theatre, making it easy to find. You can view and photograph it from all sides since it is freely accessible.
The bronze figures surrounding the base are one and a half times larger than normal human size, making them even more striking. The base also contains dark stone plates and an inscription that preserves an important political message.
Location: Samara
Creator: Matvey Genrikhovich Manizer
GPS coordinates: 53.19687,50.09681
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44
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