Scientific heritage of L.V. Khramkov (research digest)

The article is devoted to the analysis of the scientific heritage of the Honored Scientist of the Russian Federation, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor Lenar Vasilyevich Khramkov, who is one of the leading scientists in Russia in the field of research into the history of the Great Patriotic War and the history of the Volga region. Еxamines the main areas of scientific activity of L.V. Khramkov. Based on the materials of the personal fund, his scientific works and published research on the life of the scientist, the authors substantiate the vastness and versatility of L.V. Khramkov's scientific interests. It is noted that his research interest since his student years was directed towards the agrarian policy of local Soviets. Nevertheless, the main direction of L.V. Khramkov's scientific life is the theme of the Great Patriotic War, which resulted in the publication of solid scientific monographs and articles. A separate page in the scientific life of L.V. Khramkov is his passion for the history of his native land. His works in this area have become classics of Samara local history. In-depth research was conducted not only on the history of the Volga region, but also Bulgaria and Russian-Bulgarian relations. The key role in the works of L.V. Khramkov is given to the destinies of people. His legacy includes a whole cycle of biographical works on leaders, public figures and home front workers. The famous Russian historian and local historian L.V. Khramkov is the author of more than 300 scientific works, which has become a significant contribution to historical science