February 10 — Memorial Day of Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin

Today, February 10, is the Day of Remembrance of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin. On this day in 1837, he died from a fatal wound received during a duel with Georges Dantes.

Pushkin's work had a huge influence on Russian literature and culture. His works have become an integral part of world classics, and his poetry continues to inspire generations of readers.

The memory of the poet is immortalized at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (KRSU). In 1999, a monument to Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin was erected near the main building of the university. It became a symbol of respect for the great writer and a reminder of the importance of Russian classics in the educational and cultural space.