This 1980 postcard features the Victory Monument, centrally located in Minsk’s Victory Square, which functions as a key memorial complex in the city.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard depicts the Victory Monument, an obelisk crowned with the Order of Victory, set on a pedestal adorned with bronze bas-reliefs. The monument is situated within a circular traffic roundabout featuring flowerbeds and greenery. In the background, multi-story residential and administrative buildings are visible, one of which displays a prominent inscription on its rooftop: “ПОДВИГ НАРОДА” (The Feat of the People). Cars and buses are seen moving on the square, and pedestrians are also present.
Historical note
The Victory Monument was erected in Minsk in 1954 to commemorate Soviet soldiers and partisans who perished during the Great Patriotic War. The project’s architects were G. V. Zaborsky and V. A. Korol, with sculptors Z. I. Azgur, A. O. Bembel, A. K. Glebov, and S. I. Selikhanov contributing. Initially, the monument stood 38 meters tall, and in 1961, the Eternal Flame was lit at its base.
Present day
Today, the Victory Monument and Victory Square remain one of Minsk’s central memorial complexes and a venue for solemn events dedicated to Victory Day and other commemorative dates. The complex has undergone several reconstructions, preserving its historical appearance and significance as a symbol of remembrance for fallen heroes.
Location (map)
Address: Victory Square, Minsk, Belarus
Coordinates: 53.905625, 27.571447
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates obtained from OpenStreetMap / Google Maps data..
Questions and answers
- What is depicted on the 1980 postcard? The 1980 postcard depicts the Victory Monument and Victory Square in the center of Minsk.
- When was the Victory Monument erected? The Victory Monument was erected in Minsk in 1954.
- What is the significance of the Victory Monument today? The Victory Monument and Victory Square remain one of Minsk’s central memorial complexes and a venue for solemn events dedicated to Victory Day.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Minsk from 1980.
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