A 1975 postcard depicting the sculptural group of “The Oath” monument in Krasnodon (now Sorokyne), dedicated to the young anti-fascist resistance fighters.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard features a close-up of the bronze sculptural composition of “The Oath” monument. It depicts five key members of the Young Guard underground organization leadership: Oleg Koshevoy with a banner, Ulyana Gromova, Ivan Zemnukhov, Lyubov Shevtsova, and Sergey Tyulenin. The sculptures capture the moment of taking their oath of allegiance. The composition is set against a clear blue sky.
Historical note
“The Oath” monument was officially unveiled in Krasnodon on September 12, 1954. The monument was created by sculptors V. Agibalov, V. Mukhin, V. Fedchenko, and architect A. Sidorenko. It commemorates the heroic efforts of the local youth resistance organization during the German occupation of World War II.
Present day
The monument is located in Molodohvardiiska Square in Sorokyne (formerly Krasnodon), Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine. The monument is registered as a cultural heritage site and remains the central piece of the city’s memorial complex.
Location (map)
Address: Molodohvardiiska Square, Sorokyne (Krasnodon), Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine
Coordinates: 48.299539, 39.735160
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of Molodohvardiiska Square in Sorokyne (Krasnodon), the site of The Oath monument.
Questions and answers
- Which historical figures are depicted in the sculpture? The sculpture represents five leaders of the Young Guard: Oleg Koshevoy, Ulyana Gromova, Ivan Zemnukhov, Lyubov Shevtsova, and Sergey Tyulenin.
- Who were the creators of “The Oath” monument? The monument was designed by sculptors V. Agibalov, V. Mukhin, V. Fedchenko, and architect A. Sidorenko.
- When was the monument originally unveiled? The grand opening of the monument took place on September 12, 1954.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Sorokyne from 1975.
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