This 1972 Soviet artistic postcard displays a view of the central square of the Brest Hero-Fortress memorial complex, featuring the Courage Monument and the Bayonet Obelisk.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard captures the Ceremonial Square of the memorial complex. In the center of the composition is the main “Courage” monument, with a 100-meter-tall bayonet obelisk rising on the right. In the foreground, the preserved ruins of the defensive barracks and a group of people are visible. The bottom left corner features an image of the Gold Star medal and captions in multiple languages.
Historical note
The memorial complex “Brest Hero-Fortress” was officially opened on September 25, 1971. The creation of the monumental sculptures was led by a team of artists headed by the People’s Artist of the USSR, A. P. Kibalnikov. This postcard photo was taken shortly after the inauguration when the complex attained its final architectural and artistic layout.
Present day
Today, the Brest Hero-Fortress memorial complex is one of the key tourist and commemorative sites in Belarus. All elements of the composition, including the Courage monument, the bayonet obelisk, and the preserved ruins, remain intact and are state-protected.
Location (map)
Address: 60 Heroiv Oborony Brestskoi Kreposti St, Brest, Belarus
Coordinates: 52.082725, 23.655219
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Central Square (Ceremonial Square) of the Brest Hero-Fortress Memorial Complex.
Questions and answers
- What scene is depicted on the postcard? The postcard depicts the Ceremonial Square of the Brest Hero-Fortress memorial complex shortly after its official opening.
- Which key monuments are visible in the image? The image clearly shows the main ‘Courage’ monument, the 100-meter titanium bayonet obelisk, and the preserved ruins of the fortress structures.
- When was this memorial complex opened? The grand opening of the Brest Hero-Fortress memorial complex took place on September 25, 1971.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Brest from 1972.
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