History and archaeology / Monument and statue
Martyr Standard-Bearer Mehmetçik Monument
Dumlupınar, Kütahya
A monument on Zafertepe erected in memory of a soldier who did not let go of his standard during the Great Offensive.
Its story
The monument is on Zafertepe near Zafertepeçalköy. According to accounts, on August 31, 1922, a standard-bearer buried in the earth by artillery fire did not let go of the standard even though he had died; the monument depicts this scene. Its surroundings host the Victory Day ceremonies every August 30.
Key facts
- Location
- Zafertepe, near Zafertepeçalköy
Trip purpose
- Free
- Photography
Location
38.91547, 30.04878
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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C5%9Eehit_Sancaktar_Mehmet%C3%A7ik_An%C4%B1t%C4%B1 | https://tracesofwar.com/sights/90650/Memorial-Turkish-Martyrs.htm