The Second World War in the memories of Kharkiv historian B. P. Zaitsev

The article examines the scientist's memoirs, which contain interesting and important materials about the events of the Second world war. The memoirs of B. P. Zaitsev are characterized by a high level of informativeness. However, they are valuable not only because they serve as confirmation, clarification and addition of facts known to modern Ukrainian historiography, but most importantly, because they make it possible to observe the events of that time through the eyes of an active participant. The novelty of the research lies in the analysis of the historian's reflections on the Second world war. The scientific heritage of the scientist contains quite a lot of material that needs thorough study. Taking into account the contribution of the historian will contribute to the successful study and popularization of the history of the Second world war.