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National Museum-Reserve "Ukrainian Military Victory"

Ukraine is currently in a state of war, posing a constant threat to our cities, which endure daily shelling. The daily attacks and damage inflicted upon cities like Kyiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Mykolaiv serve as symbols of the global catastrophe unfolding in Ukraine due to Russia's military aggression.

This ongoing conflict compels us to capture images of shattered lives, with the aim of holding the aggressor accountable.

Currently, through digitization, you can witness compelling evidence of the effective operations conducted by the Armed Forces of Ukraine, including the destruction of enemy equipment.

Russian Trophy Tank T-62

Russian occupiers are experiencing significant losses of equipment in the war against Ukraine. Ukrainian Armed Forces seized a T-62 tank from Russian forces during the liberation of the city of Kherson in the autumn of 2022.

The T-62 tank was first deployed approximately 60 years ago. Since the summer of 2022, Russia has withdrawn around 800 tanks of this model from storage, with some undergoing modernization and receiving new targeting systems. The T-62 is a second-generation Soviet medium tank.

It has a weight of 37 tons, a length of 6.630 mm, a width of 3.300 mm, a height of 2.395 mm, and a crew of 4 personnel. The gun caliber is 115 mm, and it carries 40 rounds.

In this conflict, the scope of the war extends beyond the land; it also encompasses the skies. Our pilots are operating at the very limits of their capabilities, conducting flights, engaging and taking down enemy aircraft. Our air defense systems are operating at full throttle. Among these systems is the helicopter that Ukrainian soldiers skillfully brought down, demonstrating tremendous dedication to the defense of our land and airspace.

Mi-35M Helicopter

The Mi-35M helicopter became one of the initial Russian helicopters to be shot down within the territory of Kyiv region on February 24, 2022. On the very first day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, approximately four dozen helicopters were en route to Gostomel Airport for troop deployment. This specific helicopter was brought down by a National Guard of Ukraine serviceman using a MANPADS "Igla" near the Mezhyhirya National Park (Novi Petrivtsi village) and was subsequently recovered from the depths of the Kyiv Reservoir.

The Mi-35M is a versatile transport and combat helicopter designed for tasks such as the destruction of armored vehicles, providing fire support to ground troops, conducting airborne operations, evacuating the wounded, and transporting cargo both within the cabin and externally. It has been in service with the Russian army since April 2010. Key specifications include a crew of 2 (3) personnel, a passenger capacity of 8 people, a cargo carrying capacity of 2400 kg, and a maximum speed of 300 km/h.

The Mi-35M can be outfitted with various weapon systems tailored to specific missions, including anti-tank missiles, unguided rockets, and mounted gun armaments.

About the Museum

The National Museum-Reserve of Ukrainian Military Victory, formerly recognized as the National Museum-Reserve "Battle for Kyiv in 1943," stands as a significant cultural and scientific institution dedicated to the military events of 1943, the daring Dnieper crossing, the establishment of the Lyutezh bridgehead, and the Kyiv offensive operation.

Over the years, it has gained popularity among 10 million visitors from 85 countries. Here, history comes to life through permanent and mobile exhibitions, gatherings, meetings with veterans, and a wide array of events.

Starting from 2014, the museum has been paying tribute to the heroism of those involved in the Revolution of Dignity, the conflict in eastern Ukraine, and the full-scale invasion. In 2023, the institution was bestowed with a new name – the "National Museum-Reserve of Ukrainian Military Victory," signifying its profound significance and role in commemorating Ukraine's military heritage.

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War Trophies

Russian Trophy Tank T-62

Mi-35M Helicopter

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