The role of large industrial enterprises in the life of Sevastopol during the 1980s (on the example of Sevastopol instrument engineering plant “Parus”)
The subject of this research is the role of large industrial enterprises in the life of Sevastopol in the early 1980s on the example of Sevastopol instrument engineering plant “Paruso”, which in 1980 was renamed into Sevastopol instrument engineering plant named after V .I. Lenin. The authors substantiate the selection of this plant as an example and object of research by the fact that it was remarkable enterprises for Sevastopol and the entire instrument engineering industry of the Soviet Union. Based on the archival sources, the authors examine the particular episodes of activity of the plant that impacted the lives of the city and its residents. Attention is given to the activity of the plant on construction and exploitation of residential buildings and infrastructure facilities, as well as organization of children’s recreation. The authors also note the steps undertaken by the enterprise towards improving working conditions for the employees and activity of the Komsomol organization. The conclusion is made that the instrument engineering plant “Parus” has played a significant role in the life of Sevastopol, namely one of the districts in northern part: the enterprise was advancing and succeeding: created new jobs, expanded production range, and improved working conditions. The plant also contributed to the construction of new residential buildings and dormitories, kindergartens, stores, library, and infrastructure facilities, most of which in the northern part of Sevastopol exist up until today. Leaning on the archival sources, the authors claim that major attention was paid to children’s recreation, health promotion, and education.