Treasures of Georgian soldiers in WWII revealed

Have you ever seen the items that Georgian warriors used and carried during WWII?

Visit the Georgian National Museum and discover the treasures and troves of Georgian soldiers as they fought bravely in the Second World War.

From now until the end of October a large collection of more than 200 pieces dating back to WWII is on display in Georgia’s capital.

The exhibition, dedicated to the 70th anniversary of victory over fascism, featured about 250 items including private letters, certificates, greeting cards and medals of Georgian heroes.

Visitors will also have the opportunity to see the tobacco pipe and ivory vase especially made for the 50th birthday of Georgian-born dictator Joseph Stalin.

The exhibition was divided into three sections – land, marine and air – where guests can see military weapons produced by the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany.

Dozens of People attended the opening of the exhibition. Photo by the Georgian National Museum

The maritime section displayed a model submarine used by Soviet hero Yaroslav Iosseliani, while the air section showcased a flight suit of Soviet Union hero, pilot David Jabidze.

Graphics and paintings by notorious Georgian artists Elene Akhvlediani, Lado Gudiashvili, Zurab Tsereteli and others on the topic of war are also part of the exhibition.

Georgia contributed immensely to WWII. The country sent up to 700,000 warriors to the front line. Among them were 23,000 officers, 16,000 women and 60 Generals. Half of them did not return home.

Our goal was to demonstrate respect for the people who participated in WWII and we tried to honour the Georgian soldiers, commanders, engineers and painters,” said the Museum’s director general David Lordkipanidze.

Screening of a world war video and photo chronicles was also used to teach guests more about Georgia’s role in the war.