Monument to City of Military Glory, Memorial column in Stary Oskol, Russia.
The granite and bronze monument features a central column with classical architectural elements and decorative metalwork depicting military achievements throughout history.
The monument marks Stary Oskol's recognition as a City of Military Glory in 2011, commemorating its defense against German forces from 1942 to 1943.
Local residents gather at the monument for ceremonies on significant dates, including Victory Day and Defender of the Fatherland Day celebrations.
The memorial column stands at coordinates 51.308129 latitude and 37.889895 longitude, serving as a central meeting point in Stary Oskol.
The monument incorporates specific design elements by architects Salavat Chtcherbakov and Igor Voskresensky that represent the city's military contributions.
Location: Stary Oskol
Inception: September 10, 2011
Architectural style: New Classical architecture
Made from material: granite, bronze
GPS coordinates: 51.30813,37.88990
Latest update: March 3, 2025 18:35
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