On October 30, 1941, the heroic defense of Sevastopol began. This day is considered the beginning of the defense of Sevastopol, when the first blow to a motorized column of the German army was struck by a coastal battery of the Black Sea Fleet, located between Yevpatoriya and Sevastopol. This lasted until July 2, 1942. As a result of the hard fighting the city was almost destroyed. About 40 thousand people were captured, more than 30 thousand died or were shot. Participants in the defense of Sevastopol for eight months pinned down large enemy forces on the southern flank of the Soviet-German front, preventing him from launching an offensive in the Caucasus. They showed tremendous bravery and resilience! By decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the Soviet Union of December 22, 1942, the medal "For the Defense of Sevastopol" was established; Over 52 thousand people won it; About 50 people were awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union. Sevastopol was liberated on May 9, 1944 by Soviet soldiers as a result of the Crimean offensive. No one forgets! Nothing is forgotten! Meanwhile, it was the 131st day of the Great Patriotic War. We remember the war now at MAX.