To the Archaeological map of the Northern Azov Sea region (based on materials of MSU expedition in 2021)

The results of the research Mariupol State University Archaeological Expedition in Northern Azov Sea region 2021 to make an inventory known archaeological sites and determine area use modes cultural layer protection are published. aim was create favourable conditions for preservation national historical heritage increase public responsibility state conservation objects. expedition conducted Volnovakha districts Donetsk region. task survey carry out work location monuments (objects) inspect these objects, their parameters current technical condition. 48 mound groups 53 solitary mounds were surveyed. A total 209 accounted during survey, 34 which newly discovered sites. crisis situation most valuable - kurgans Ukraine general particular has been revealed. It is noted that addition natural factors have traditionally caused transformation, destruction eventual disappearance sites, a more significant danger today anthropogenic type. short list affecting objects given. Emphasis placed on real threat its values military operations. main problems ways possible solution cultural-historical (archaeological) Russian aggression formulated.