Chapel on the site of the battle in 1812

Chapel of Saint Alexander Nevsky in the village of Poddubno, Pruzhany District is a monument dedicated to the memory of those who died in the Battle of Gorodetschna on July 31 (August 12), 1812. This battle was one of the major episodes of the Patriotic War of 1812, involving around 60,000 soldiers and officers. The Russian army, led by General Tormasov, managed to hold its ground and inflicted significant losses on the Austro-Saxon troops, despite being outnumbered.

History

The chapel was built in 1912 to mark the 100th anniversary of the victory at the Battle of Gorodetschna. The initiative for construction came from General Prince Krapotkin. The land for the chapel was donated by peasants of the village of Poddubno: Kuzma and Malofey Kurchak, as well as Roman Hrytsuk. During World War II, the chapel was destroyed, but it was rebuilt in the 1990s. In 2015, a memorial ceremony was held here, during which the remains of 29 soldiers who died in the 1812 battle were reburied.

Architecture

The chapel in Poddubno is a tower-like structure with a faceted dome, built in the Classicist style. Memorial plaques with information about the regiments that fought in the battle are placed on the side walls.

Cultural and Historical Significance

The chapel is recognized as a site of historical and cultural value in the Republic of Belarus. It serves as a reminder of the heroism and sacrifices of that era and remains a place of remembrance and tribute to the fallen.

Excursions and Visiting

The chapel is included in historical and patriotic tour routes through the Brest Region. It can be visited as part of tours from Minsk, Brest, and other cities. Tourists can explore the history of the battle, the architectural features of the chapel, and the role of this place in Belarusian history. You can book an individual or corporate guided tour with a visit to the Chapel of Saint Alexander Nevsky in the village of Poddubno, as well as other sites related to the Patriotic War of 1812.