“Where were you when the fire started?” This question echoes through time near the \u041c\u0443\u0436\u0435\u0441\u0442\u0432\u0443 \u043f\u043e\u0436\u0430\u0440\u043d\u044b\u0445 10 \u043e\u0442\u0440\u044f\u0434\u0430 Stele. This monument stands in a small square. It marks the bravery of firefighters.
The \u041c\u0443\u0436\u0435\u0441\u0442\u0432\u0443 \u043f\u043e\u0436\u0430\u0440\u043d\u044b\u0445 10 \u043e\u0442\u0440\u044f\u0434\u0430 Stele is a tribute. It honors the firefighters of the 10th Fire Brigade. They served with courage. The monument is located at the corner of Zagorodny Prospekt and Ruzovskaya Street. It stands next to a fire station.
The stele’s design is simple. Yet, it speaks volumes. A plaque marks the spot. It holds a message for future generations. This message is to be opened in 2047. Sculptor A.S. Charkin created this memorial. It was opened on September 11, 1997. This marked the 30th anniversary of the 10th Brigade.
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Interestingly, the fire station nearby has its own history. It was built in 1930-1931. Architect I.G. Kaptsyug designed it. The building once held architectural significance. It also housed a watchtower in the 1920s and 1930s.
The \u041c\u0443\u0436\u0435\u0441\u0442\u0432\u0443 \u043f\u043e\u0436\u0430\u0440\u043d\u044b\u0445 10 \u043e\u0442\u0440\u044f\u0434\u0430 serves as a reminder. It honors those who risk their lives. They protect the city from fire. The monument stands as a symbol. It represents courage and sacrifice. It also links the past to the future. The message to be opened in 2047 keeps their legacy alive. As you stand here reflect on those who protect us.