Projects Duga-3

The Duga-3, commonly referred to as the "Russian Woodpecker," presents a sobering relic from the Cold War era, exuding an aura of intrigue.

This imposing over-the-horizon radar system, characterized by its towering steel lattice structure, sent forth enigmatic radio signals, reminiscent of the rhythmic tapping of a distant woodpecker. Shrouded in secrecy, it encapsulates the intricate interplay between human technological prowess and the geopolitical tensions of the time, leaving an enduring enigma that still looms in the aftermath of the Cold War, evoking a sense of curiosity rather than dread.