A collectible 1973 postcard depicting the Alley of Glory and the Monument to the Unknown Sailor in Odesa.
What is shown on the postcard
The image shows the paved Alley of Glory with visitors walking along it. Memorial gravestones are situated along the path, surrounded by lush green trees. In the distance, the 21-meter granite obelisk of the Monument to the Unknown Sailor stands against the backdrop of the Black Sea.
Historical note
The memorial complex in the Taras Shevchenko Park was opened on May 9, 1960, to honor the defenders and liberators of Odesa during World War II. The obelisk is made of red granite, and the Eternal Flame burns at its base.
Present day
Today, the memorial retains its historical appearance and remains a key landmark in Odesa, located in Shevchenko Park on the coast overlooking the sea.
Location (map)
Address: Taras Shevchenko Park, Odesa, Ukraine
Coordinates: 46.480228, 30.761803
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the memorial center in Taras Shevchenko Park.
Questions and answers
- When was the memorial opened? The memorial complex was opened on May 9, 1960.
- Where is the Monument to the Unknown Sailor located? The monument is located in Taras Shevchenko Park in Odesa.
- How tall is the obelisk? The height of the granite obelisk is 21 meters.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Odesa from 1973.
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