Author of the statue was the world-famous Bulgarian sculptor professor Lyubomir Dalchev (born on December 27, 1902 in Thessaloniki, died on July 11, 2002 in Sunny Valley, USA).

On May 9, 1977, a solemn rally of Haskovo citizens took place on the occasion of the inauguration of the impressive monument of victory. The event was attended by Mr. Korzanov – First Secretary of the District Committee of the Bulgarian Communist Party – Haskovo, Petar Kolev – First Secretary of the City Committee of the Bulgarian Communist Party – Haskovo, Stefan Pashov – mayor of Haskovo (at that time Chairman of the Executive Committee of the City People’s Council). The celebration was opened by Petar Kolev, Stefan Pashov had made a speech for the Soviet Army, and G. Kortsanov announced the decision of the Executive Committee of the Haskovo District People’s Council to rename Kenana Park to Park of Victory.

Text Author: Dr. Violeta Kostova