On 19 June, SPbGASU student Mikhail Pupkov, as part of a delegation of St Petersburg students, took part in the #StopFeat campaign dedicated to the memory of the heroes of the Great Patriotic War.

On this day, there was a tour to the Z. G. Kolobanov Museum "Battle for Leningrad", where the participants could delve deeper into the history of the defense of the hero city, learn about the exploits of the defenders of Leningrad and the legendary tank battle under the command of Zinovy ​​Kolobanov himself.

The day ended with a ceremonial laying of flowers at the “Polutorka” monument, which depicts a truck – a symbol of the Road of Life, which saved thousands of Leningraders during the blockade years.

Mikhail emphasized: "The trip left a deep mark on my heart. I was especially moved by the story of the feat of Zinoviy Kolobanov and his crew, who destroyed 22 enemy tanks in one battle - a true example of courage and military skill. And laying flowers at the "Polutorka" reminded us at what price the Victory and the salvation of the besieged city came. Such moments make us appreciate even more the peaceful sky above our heads and the memory of those who gave it to us. I am grateful to the organizers for the opportunity to touch history!"

We thank the St Petersburg State Budgetary Institution “House of Youth “Record”” for organizing the tour.