Monument to the soldiers who died in peacetime, Zaporozhye

Zaporozhye - a unique city in many ways. He is considered the cradle of the Cossacks. It is also unique for its monuments. For example, Zaporozhye became the first city in Ukraine, where a monument to soldiers who died in peacetime.

The history of the monument to soldiers who died in peacetime

The monument was erected in 1997 by the efforts of local residents and community organizations. Although we live in a relatively peaceful time, cruelty and neglect of people still takes a life. This memorial plaque dedicated to those who died in the army, doing the duty. Over the region it was assembled such cases. The names of the young soldiers are engraved on the memorial plaque. Each year, Children`s Day at the monument to the mother of these soldiers. They put flowers to the monument and lit candles.

Nearby Attractions

The monument is located near the center of the city. Near the monument to soldiers who died in peacetime, located Park of Metallurgists.

How to get to the monument

To the monument of soldiers killed in peacetime, can be reached by public transport. In the direction of the next shuttle bus number 87 and № 89. Leaving should be at the bus stop "Ploshchad Lenina".