Sector Sevastopol - Fort "Mikhail"
This fort was constructed between 1843 and 1846 to defend the port of Sevastopol. During the end phase of the siege of Sevastopol (1941-1942), the Soviets held the fort for 3 days and repulsed many German assaults so that the last ships with soldiers, munition and refugees could escape the port.
The fort today:
It serves as touristic sight.
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Source
- Text: Kaj Metz
- Photos: Wikimedia Commons
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Point of interest
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Monument
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Cemetery
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- Admiral Tomb St. Vladimir's Cathedral - Sevastopol
Fortification
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Ship wreck
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