The 1976 postcard features the monument to Hero of the Soviet Union, Major General of Aviation Nikolay Alexandrovich Tokarev, located in the city of Evpatoria.
What is shown on the postcard
The central element of the composition is a bronze figure of N.A. Tokarev, erected on a tall pedestal made of dark stone. The hero is depicted in a military coat, his gaze directed forward. On the cylindrical part of the pedestal, a bas-relief aviation emblem — a winged propeller — is visible, along with a memorial plaque with an inscription. Surrounding the monument is a well-maintained area with flowerbeds filled with bright red flowers. In the background, trees and several passersby are seen strolling through the square on a summer day.
Historical note
The monument to Nikolay Alexandrovich Tokarev (1900–1944), commander of the Black Sea Fleet Air Force during the Great Patriotic War, was unveiled in Evpatoria in 1957. Tokarev died in an aerial battle in 1944 and was posthumously awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union. The monument was created based on the design of sculptor V. E. Malashikhin and architect P. G. Budarin. Its installation underscored the Major General’s contribution to the defense of Crimea and his heroic death.
Present day
The monument to N.A. Tokarev remains a significant element of Evpatoria’s urban landscape and the central feature of N.A. Tokarev Square to this day. It retains its original location and importance as a memorial to the hero. The square continues to be a popular leisure spot for residents and visitors alike.
Location (map)
Address: N.A. Tokarev Square, Evpatoria
Coordinates: 45.196347, 33.364491
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: According to Google Maps, the monument is located in N.A. Tokarev Square in Evpatoria..
Questions and answers
- To whom is the monument depicted on the postcard dedicated? The monument is dedicated to Hero of the Soviet Union, Major General of Aviation Nikolay Alexandrovich Tokarev.
- When was the monument to N.A. Tokarev installed in Evpatoria? The monument was unveiled in 1957.
- Who are the authors of the monument to N.A. Tokarev? The authors of the monument are sculptor V. E. Malashikhin and architect P. G. Budarin.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yevpatoria from 1976.
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