Memory of the Caucasian War in monuments on the territory of the Republic of Adygea

The paper raises the problem of preserving the historical memory of the Caucasian War. The author examines the contribution of long-term republican target programs in the development of the region and the education of youth. It is said about the appearance of traditions associated with monuments dedicated to the memory of this war in Adygea. The paper analyzes the attitude of state authorities and public organizations to the establishment of monuments of this type. A brief description of the monuments to the victims of the Caucasian War is given. It was revealed that the first initiator of their establishment in the North Caucasus, in particular in Adygea, is the International Circassian Association. The role of the media in the study and dissemination of information about the monuments of the region is indicated. It is concluded that memorials testifying to the tragic events of the Caucasian War are symbols of historical memory and reflect the attitude of the people to the past.