In the late 1960s, the construction of the war memorial complex Brest Hero-Fortress was started. The complex was opened on September 25, 1971. The mem

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In the late 1960s, the construction of the war memorial complex Brest Hero-Fortress was started. The complex was opened on September 25, 1971. The memorial complex is still a Belarus national place of grief and pride, a popular tourist attraction. It comprises the barracks, gunpowder bunkers, forts and other fortifications, the museum of the defence, located on the site of the old fortress, along with the new monumental structures: the Main Entrance, the Obelisk, the Main Monument, the sculpture Thirst . Brest Fortress is also formerly known as Brest-Litovsk Fortress.

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