Minsk Exhibition Showcases WWII Partisan Ingenuity

Minsk Hosts WWII Partisan Exhibit Showcasing Unique Homemade Weapons Minsk, Belarus – An exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of Victory Day in Minsk features a compelling display of homemade weapons used by Belarusian partisans during World War II. The "Road to Victory" exhibit, located at the Minsk International Exhibition Center, includes a fascinating interview with Svetlana Potupchik, chief curator of the Belarusian State Museum of the History of the Great Patriotic War. Potupchik highlights the resourcefulness of the partisans, explaining, "They didn't just survive; they created, adapting materials to fight the enemy." Examples of this ingenuity include weapons fashioned from parts of downed German aircraft and even a pistol-submachine gun with a handle carved from a cow's horn. The exhibit showcases the ingenuity and determination of the Belarusian resistance, offering a unique perspective on the war's impact on the region. The exhibition provides a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the war and the lasting legacy of the Belarusian partisan movement. The unique artifacts on display offer a rare glimpse into the resourcefulness and resilience of the Belarusian people during a time of great adversity.