The Great Patriotic war: the life of soviet children
Abstract
The article presents the life of children of the Great Patriotic War as a social group, who had a lot of trials, but who, despite all the hardships of hard times, contributed to the universal victory. Crucial moments in children's lives are highlighted: evacuation at the beginning of the war, education and their work during wartime, as well as the daily threats and risks faced by children. The article is supplemented by eyewitness accounts, which allow for a more holistic and vivid perception of the events of that wartime, as well as Rosstat statistics and open data from state archives documents. Attention is focused on the need not only to remember the historical milestones of their country, but also to form and maintain among young people a sense of pride in their ancestors, for their exploits, and for their spiritual culture.
About the Authors
A. V. Voropaeva
Institute of Sociology of FCTAS RAS
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Voropaeva Asya Vasilievna, Candidate of Philosophy, Associate Professor, Senior Researcher at the Center for the Study of the Regions of Russia
Moscow
L. Yu. Korosteleva
Institute of Sociology of FCTAS RAS
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Korosteleva Larisa Yurievna, Candidate of Sociology, Senior Researcher at the Center for the Study of the Regions of Russia
Moscow
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Voropaeva A.V., Korosteleva L.Yu. The Great Patriotic war: the life of soviet children. P.O.I.S.K. 2025;(3):12-23. (In Russ.)
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