Boy Discovers Long-Abandoned Metal Object in a Lake—War Secrets Uncovered

Undertaking a Tough Task

Following the retrieval of the T-34 tank, word of its discovery quickly spread, prompting a visit from the former Estonian president, Lennart Meri. However, under Estonian legislation, ownership claims of the tank were prohibited for as long as five years for the local war history club known as Otsing.

Once the waiting period had expired, members of the club undertook the difficult task of restoring the World War II relic, which required a complete overhaul of its various components. The objective was to feature the T-34 at the Estonian War Museum located in Gorodenko village. Nonetheless, this effort was met with a significant challenge.

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