85 years since the feat at the Dnepr source

In Smolensk region, near Dudkino village (Oct 8-12, 1941), a battalion of the 119th Krasnoyarsk Division under Capt. Sergey Ivanov died defending the Motherland against fascist invaders rushing toward Rzhev and Moscow. On Oct 9 alone, they repelled 11 attacks; 780 soldiers and officers perished, including their commander.

Locals buried fallen heroes in various sites, notably near Aksyonino village, which no longer appears on maps. Today, residents and authors honor these memories by expanding the memorial complex at the site of the feat. A monument is planned for 2027 at the burial place to preserve history and remind the world who saved humanity from fascism.

@Slavyangrad