A 1972 postcard depicting the Monument of Glory to Myrhorod soldiers who died during the Great Patriotic War, located in Myrhorod, Poltava Oblast.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard features a memorial complex consisting of a stone stele with a bas-relief and an Eternal Flame basin in front of it. A dirt path lined with well-kept flowerbeds leads to the monument. A group of pioneers in red ties and caps, along with an honor guard, stands in front of the memorial. The background is filled with dense green trees and weeping willows.
Historical note
The memorial honoring the fallen soldiers from Myrhorod was established in the Square of Glory to commemorate local residents who died during World War II. It historically served as a traditional venue for official civic ceremonies, youth organization inductions, and flower-laying events on commemorative dates.
Present day
Today, the memorial complex in the Square of Glory in Myrhorod continues to serve as a place of remembrance. The surrounding area has been renovated with paved paths, and the square remains a significant local historical and cultural site.
Location (map)
Address: Gogolya Street, Square of Glory, Myrhorod, Poltava Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 49.965400, 33.612000
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Square of Glory, Myrhorod.
Questions and answers
- Which monument is depicted on the postcard? The postcard depicts the Monument of Glory to Myrhorod soldiers who died during the Great Patriotic War.
- Who is pictured in front of the monument? An honor guard and a group of Soviet pioneers wearing red ties and caps are pictured in front of the monument.
- Where is this memorial located in Myrhorod? The memorial is located in the Square of Glory (Skver Slavy) on Gogolya Street in Myrhorod.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Myrhorod from 1972.
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