Virtual exhibition by the Zonal State Archive in Zhlobin: «Oktyabrsky — The Heart of the Gomel Region»

The institution «Zonal State Archive in the City of Zhlobin» presents a virtual exhibition titled «Oktyabrsky — The Heart of the Gomel Region», developed as part of the sector-wide project «Cities of Belarus».

This project offers a comprehensive scholarly and documentary overview of the history and socio-economic development of the Oktyabrsky District, drawing upon primary archival sources and authentic photographic records. A central focus of the exhibition is a heroic chapter in the region’s history: the establishment and operation of the Oktyabrsky-Lyuban partisan zone, an area that remained under Soviet authority even amidst the German-fascist occupation.

Of particular practical value to researchers are the detailed lists of archival documents included in the presentation, which specify the relevant fonds, inventories, and file numbers. The inclusion of these details—along with precise information regarding the permanent storage locations of the documents—greatly facilitates the verification of historical data and streamlines the process of locating specific information. This material is recommended for use in research, education, and ideological work.