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Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War, Minsk

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Learn about local anti-fascist and partisan activity, Belarusians in the Red Army, and the history of the Auschwitz death camp at Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War. The museum opened shortly after the liberation of Minsk from the Nazi invaders on October 25, 1944. The site features 24 exhibit halls and houses more than 142,000 items in its collection. You'll see the weapons of soldiers and partisans, partisan handwritten journals, documents, photos, army leaflets, government awards, and personal belongings of soldiers. This was the first museum in the world to address the subject of World War II. Put Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War into our Minsk tour itinerary tool to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Minsk.

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• By MyFlowersGirl

  The Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War (1941-1945). Located in a beautiful and airy building, and arranged over a number of interconnected halls. This museum is the...  more »

• By X9946HBahmada

  Best place to go to in minsk to learn about the county's dark history druning world War II. I can see tangible evedince of how people were turtuerd in contcrtation camps in the old country side of...  more »

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• By Cristian Garcia

  By all means impressive. A beautiful building with such a heavy story inside. I spend around 2 hours learning about the 2nd world war atrocities in Belarus and Minsk. The museum is a must and you will leave with a renew sense of hope and positivity.

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• By Pete Hannon

  A fantastic museum in a brilliant setting. Very informative and a huge amount to see, from full size planes and tanks to a wide array of guns on display, medals and other assorted items. I'd recommend planning for a bare minimum of 2 hours as a visit to take it all in.

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