#Exhibit of the Month

The work In Memoriam. In Memory of the Heroes Who Fell at the Nistru (1992) was developed within the Center for Culture and Military History and published under the auspices of the Government of the Republic of Moldova, the Bureau for Reintegration, and the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Moldova. Authors: Gheorghe Bălan, Vitalie Ciobanu, Gheorghe Cojocaru.

This work provides a retrospective of the events that led to the outbreak of the war on the Nistru, accompanied by photographs of the heroes who lost their lives in the battles to defend the independence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova.

On March 2, 1992, the political conflict in the Nistru region escalated into a true fratricidal war. Under the fabricated pretext of "defending Russia's southern borders," political adventurers from the former Soviet metropolis encouraged Transnistrian separatism by arming secessionist paramilitary groups. At the same time, thousands of mercenary Cossacks and prisoners released early from jails, along with tanks and missiles, were sent against Independent Moldova, in a desperate attempt to revive the fallen empire.

Russia's undeclared war against the Republic of Moldova left behind hundreds of dead and wounded, shattered families, and villages in ruins. More than 50,000 peaceful residents from the conflict zone were forced to flee their homes, seeking refuge from the horrors of war.

For the sake of freedom and the future, Moldova's defenders faced death, enduring the hardships and humiliations of war.

During the Nistru war, 198 soldiers of the National Army and 89 personnel from the Ministry of Internal Affairs lost their lives, while 40 combatants went missing without a trace, and nearly 300 were left disabled.

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Opening of the Exhibition "Moldovan Painters of Jewish Origin"

September 9, 2024

On September 9, 2024, the National Museum of History of Moldova hosted the opening of the exhibition "Moldovan Painters of Jewish Origin," part of the European Days of Jewish Culture Festival. The event took place at the museum's headquarters, Str. 31 August 1989, No. 121A.

The exhibition, organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova, the Jewish Community of Moldova, with support from the Agency for Interethnic Relations, the European Association for the Conservation and Promotion of Jewish Culture and Heritage, the Embassies of Austria and the Czech Republic, the Nativ Mission, and the Israeli Cultural Center, showcased the works of three distinguished Moldovan artists: Eduard Maidenberg, Mihail Brunea, and Iakov Tihman.

The event was inaugurated by Dr. Eugen Sava, General Director of the National Museum of History of Moldova, who highlighted the importance and significance of the exhibition within Moldova's cultural landscape. Sergiu Prodan, Minister of Culture of the Republic of Moldova, delivered a speech acknowledging the festival and exhibition's role in celebrating and preserving Jewish cultural heritage.

Alexander Bilinkis, President of the Jewish Community of Moldova, spoke about the significance of the exhibition and the contributions of the featured artists to Moldovan and Jewish cultural traditions. Additionally, Marina Anukova, Head of the Nativ Representation in Moldova and the Israeli Cultural Center, extended a greeting, emphasizing the importance of international collaboration in promoting and celebrating cultural heritage.

The exhibition featured works by Eduard Maidenberg, born February 10, 1960, known for his contributions to book graphics; Mihail Brunea, born in 1949, recognized for his unique technique combining three-dimensional elements, color, and graphics; and Iakov Tihman, born November 20, 1945, acknowledged for his long-standing dedication to painting, literature, and community leadership.
Open to the public from September 9 to September 14, 2024, the exhibition provided a unique opportunity for visitors to explore the artistic contributions of the three artists, adding depth and diversity to Moldovan and Jewish cultural heritage.

The "Moldovan Painters of Jewish Origin" exhibition can be visited from September 7 to September 14, 2024, at the National Museum of History of Moldova, Chișinău, Str. 31 August 1989, No. 121A.