Monument to "polite people" in Simferopol: address, description

In the middle of the summer, the Russian press published reports that a monument to "polite people" had been erected in Simferopol. The decision to create it was made in 2015. The initiators were the deputies of the State Council of the Crimea. The monument was supposed to convey the trust and positive attitude that the Crimeans took to the appearance in the settlements of the peninsula of "polite people", or, as they were called in the Russian media and on Internet forums, "green men".

Who put the monument

The phrase "polite people" appeared in the media during the "Crimean Spring". It began to be used to designate the units of the GRU, paratroopers and marines who played an important role in maintaining peace and order on the days when the reunification of the peninsula with the Russian Federation was taking place.

After the beginning of meetings of the Crimean people, during which they supported the idea of holding a referendum on the status of their native land, unknown people appeared in camouflage. They took control of the Supreme Council, the building of the government of the republic and the local state television and radio company, the headquarters of the coastal defense forces, as well as Simferopol and Sevastopol airports. On the ammunition of armed, strong men there were no identification marks, and they did not answer questions about their involvement in someone's troops. However, according to eyewitnesses, "green men" behaved extremely politely. It was thanks to them that the order was secured in the Crimea on the days of the referendum.

Later, President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that "polite people" were servicemen of the RF Armed Forces. Recall that February 27 was announced in Russia as the Day of Special Operations Forces.

Description

The monument to "polite people" in the Crimea is an integral whole composition consisting of three realistic figures cast from bronze. The first of them, with a height of 2 m 20 cm, depicts a soldier in full combat ammunition and with a "Kalash" behind his shoulders. He looks at the fragile girl holding out a bunch of flowers to him. At the feet of the military rubs a shaggy cat, which, according to the author's idea, is a symbol of peaceful life.

The monument to "polite people" (see the address below) is not installed on the pedestal, but on the sidewalk level. This solution allows anyone who wants to be photographed for memory with a bronze soldier and a young resident of the Crimea.

By the way, in Simferopol has already formed a tradition to rub the nose of a bronze cat for luck, so it shines in the sun. In general, as one representative of the authorities of the peninsula put it, a monument to "polite people" in the Crimea should become a place "where the newlyweds will come, and important dates will be celebrated next to it."

Prehistory

12 works were submitted for the competition of the monument project. Sculptors from St. Petersburg, Moscow, Omsk, Krasnodar and Crimea took part in it. The choice of representatives of local authorities and the public of the peninsula fell on the project of the famous master Salavat Shcherbakov. This became known from a communication published by the organizing committee of the contest on December 17, 2015.

The monument to "polite people" was created for voluntary donations of Russians. Residents of different corners of our country managed to collect about 5 million rubles.

By the way, originally the project of the sculptor Shcherbakov had a slightly different look. In particular, it was assumed that the monument will have a different arrangement of figures relative to each other. In particular, according to the original idea of the author, the special forces had to transfer the bronze cat to the Crimean girl.

The author of the monument is SA Shcherbakov, a well-known Soviet and Russian sculptor, professor, teacher, and people's artist of the Russian Federation. Salavat Alexandrovich created more than four dozen monumental compositions. Among the most famous of his works are monuments to Sergei Korolyov, Alexander I, Peter Stolypin and Anton Chekhov, adorning the streets, squares and public gardens of Moscow. In addition, in the near future on the Borovitskaya square of the capital will erect a monument to St. Prince Vladimir. It will have a height of 24 m and a weight of 330 tons.

Monument to "polite people" in Simferopol: the creation of a monument

A prototype of the Russian serviceman was a participant in the events of the Crimean Spring. He posed in the Moscow workshop Salavat Shcherbakov, where he came from the peninsula in the form and in the "armor", which were on it in those days that forever went down in the history of Russia. Those who were present at the first meeting of the sculptor and his model, argue that the special forces forbade taking pictures of his face, as this could prevent further service to them. The young man was very tall and of great build. Subsequently, the sculptor was criticized for not depicting the "balaclava", since it was a distinctive feature of the "polite people" outfit, as well as the excessive abundance of details.

To create a figure, the girl was posed by a young Russian gymnast, who is related to the Crimea. According to the author of the monument, she was taller and older than required, but it was easier to work with her than in case of an invitation to a more youthful model.

Opening

The solemn ceremony was held on June 11, 2016, a few weeks earlier than scheduled. A monument to "polite people" was opened by the head of Crimea S. Aksenov and the representative of the president in the Crimean Federal District O. Belaventsev. In addition, militia, the guard of honor guard of the Black Sea Fleet, soldiers of one of the military units took part in the celebrations. There were also hundreds of residents of the peninsula and guests of its capital.

As O. Belaventsev noted in his speech, on this day a monument to the heir of the glory of Russian soldiers of past epochs - a modern Russian soldier - was opened.

In addition, the ataman of the Kuban Cossack army, N. Dolud, added that the words "polite people" should be understood not only by the military, but also by militiamen, Cossacks and people who did not let Bandera go to the Crimea.

Where is the monument to "polite people" in Simferopol

The Crimean monument was installed in the new public garden of the Republic, near the crossroads of K. Marx and Serov streets. From the airport of Simferopol , you can get there by buses No. 98, 112 and 115. Trolleybus route No. 9 will also be suitable. Get off at the "Center" stop.

From the railway station, you can also get there by buses 3, 25, 11, 50, 36, 47, 60, 112, 52, 57, 99, 73, 98, 115, or on trolleybuses 5, 9, 6, 11 and 13.

At the stop "Center" can be accessed from the central bus station by bus number 60.

The Republic Square

On the site where today stands a monument to "polite people" in Simferopol, 3 years ago the ruins of the Astoria Hotel were located. Its reconstruction was deemed inexpedient, and on this terror they decided to equip the square. The solemn opening of the new place of rest of the townspeople took place in 2013. The main ornament of the Republic Square was the original fountain with the image of the globe. It is installed above the surface of the water surface of the pool, along the circle of which the inscription "Prosperity in Unity" is visible. On the territory of the square there is a children's playground, there are benches, flowers and trees are planted. It is always well-groomed and is one of the best places in Simferopol for walking with children.

"Polite people" in the Amur region

Simferopol is not the only place where a bronze figure of a soldier who provided order and security during the Crimean spring days is installed. In particular, in May last year a monument to "polite people" was opened on the main square of Belogorsk - one of the cities of the Amur region. It is a monument to the growth of a man in military uniform and ammunition with a kitten in his hands. The author of the sculpture is Konstantin Gilev.

The Amur monument to "polite people" was made in the town of Kasli, in the Urals. Its height is 1 m 80 cm. The weight of the "soldier" is 400 kg.

The creation of the bronze figure was spent about 1 million 300 000 rubles, which were allocated by the sponsors.

Now you know when the opening of the monument to "polite people" in the Crimean capital was held. This monument has already become a landmark of Simferopol, photographed against the background of which the majority of tourists coming to this city wish.