A memorial plaque was unveiled in Evpatoria to honor sailor Ivan Shveda, who lost his life during a special military operation. The event was confirmed by the Russian Ministry of Defense, underscoring the significance of recognizing those who served with the maritime forces during tense operations.
The plaque was affixed to the facade of the educational complex Integral, the school where Shveda studied and prepared for a career that would lead him to the Navy. This installation serves not only as a tribute but also as a reminder of the personal histories intertwined with broader strategic actions taking place in the region.
According to the Ministry of Defense, Shveda served aboard the Novocherkassk large landing craft and died while rescuing colleagues during combat duties in support of Russian forces engaged in a special military operation along the Mariupol direction. The account highlights a moment of selflessness and courage under fire, illustrating the complex and dangerous circumstances sailors faced in support of operations in Ukraine.
Earlier, reports from Penza described another memorial scene where two schoolgirls stood beside a plaque honoring Nikita Kleimenov, a 21-year-old member of the SVO. The example shows how communities across Russia and nearby regions mark the sacrifices of service members in varied local settings.
In Penza city, a memorial plaque was hung at the wall of City Education Center No. 1 on November 29, 2022, commemorating a former student who died in Ukraine in March. The installation and subsequent events emphasize how educational institutions often become spaces for collective remembrance and national reflection.
As explained by the institution’s director, Olga Biryuzova, guard and commemorative events were conducted only on the day the memorial plaque was unveiled. This approach highlights a focused, solemn remembrance rather than ongoing public ceremonies, a choice common in many communities when honoring individuals who served in complex, ongoing military efforts. The story of Shveda and the other memorials illustrates how schools and towns maintain a living memory of those who served, linking local identities with national events and strategic histories. (citation: Ministry of Defense)