“In memory of the fallen be worthy.” These words resonate deeply as we stand before the Monument to the Heroes Schoolchildren. This monument stands as a tribute to the young lives tragically lost during the Eastern Front of World War II.
The Monument to the Heroes Schoolchildren is located near school building number 110. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by ordinary people during extraordinary times.
Originally unveiled in 1971 the sculpture was created by D. Yu. Mitlyansky. Mitlyansky was a graduate of school No. 110 himself. Architects E. A. Rozenblum and P. I. Skokan also contributed. The monument featured five bronze figures of fallen tenth-grade volunteers. They stood on a pedestal. These figures represented Yury Divilkovsky Igor Kuptsov Igor Bogushevsky Grigory Rodin and Gabor Raab. Each was dressed in a greatcoat. Each carried a rifle.
A marble plaque at the base listed the names of 100 pupils and teachers from the school. All were killed in the war.
Sadly the monument was vandalized in 1993. The figures were moved to the school museum for safekeeping. Mitlyansky and Marcus created a project for reconstruction. An updated smaller copy was installed on the school wall. This is the monument we see today.
The inscription was also updated. It now features a quote from Robert Rozhdestvensky’s Requiem. It serves as a constant reminder to honor the fallen. The Monument to the Heroes Schoolchildren stands as a cultural heritage object. It serves as a symbol of remembrance and respect. It reminds us of the importance of cherishing peace. It also inspires future generations to be worthy of the sacrifices made by these young heroes.