A Boy and His Radio: A 21st Century War Story

Renowned Ukrainian DXpeditioner Alex Yakovlev, UT5UY, was in the U.S. traveling for work, when worrying news reached him. He was alerted to the imminent threat of war in his homeland. He cut short his business trip to promptly return to Kiev to be with his family in the midst of the developing crisis. Alex’s host in California, Vlad Tryasorukov, WY6DX, handed him a small radio powered by AAA-batteries (Photo A) to take back to his son, Daniel. This is the story of 12-year-old Daniel and this small radio, and the family’s ordeal leading to a new life in Finland.

Bombing and Destruction

Much to the surprise of everyone, the Russian attack and Ukrainian defensive efforts started February 28, upon Alex’s return home. The results are well documented, with accounts of).