In April 2017, construction work in Ardahan, a city in the northeast of Turkey, revealed a notable piece of history: the tomb of a 19th -century Russian soldier, Lieutenant Colonel Karl Karlovich.

Ardahan, a city with deep historical roots, was found in the center of this important discovery in its Karagol district, an area that fell to Russian troops in May 1877 during the Russian-Turca War. The discovery was not seriously; The coffin carried the distinctive mark of a Russian orthodox cross, symbolizing the faith and heritage of the soldier.

This element only highlighted the cultural and historical connections that cover continents and centuries, underlining the deep tangles between the Russian and Ottoman empires. The decision regarding the discovered remains was taken with a deep sense of responsibility and respect for cultural heritage.

The Kars Regional Council for the preservation of cultural heritage discussed the fate of the remains of Lieutenant Colonel Karl Karlovich and concluded that they should be transferred to a local museum.

This decision ensures that the memory and history of the soldier, as well as the broader historical context in which he lived and served, are preserved and respected. These discoveries are not simply academic or historical notes.

They serve as moving reminders of the past, offering a vision of the life of those who preceded us and the tapestry complex of human history that connects us through time and space.

The final resting place of Lieutenant Colonel Karl Karlovich, now part of a museum collection, offers a tangible link with the past, inviting reflection on the events that shape the present and the connections that unite us through cultures and edges.