The 44-day Patriotic War, which began on September 27, 2020, is one of the most glorious pages in Azerbaijan's history. Through battlefield victories, the Azerbaijani Army liberated the cities of Jabrayil, Fuzuli, Zangilan, and Gubadli, along with numerous settlements, as well as Shusha, the pearl of Garabagh, from occupation. The liberation of Shusha on November 8, 2020, played a decisive role in the Patriotic War. Established in honor of this historic Victory, November 8 – Victory Day is celebrated every year with great pride and reverence.

On the occasion of November 8 – Victory Day and the liberation of the city of Shusha from occupation, a virtual exhibition titled “Shusha, You Are Free!” has been prepared at the Presidential Library.

The exhibition features publications on Shusha's founding, its stages of development, architectural monuments, historical neighborhoods, and material and cultural heritage. The books reflect the city's role in Garabagh's socio-political and cultural life, the literary environment it developed, the lives and works of prominent personalities, and Shusha's place in Azerbaijani musical culture and the development of mugham and performing arts traditions.

The virtual exhibition also includes publications on the history of the Garabagh conflict, the damage inflicted on the Azerbaijani people's historical and cultural heritage during the occupation, the course of the Patriotic War, and the Victory achieved. Based on historical facts and research, these books highlight the historical significance of Shusha's liberation and the city's role in Azerbaijan's sovereignty and national-cultural identity.

The virtual exhibition “Shusha, You Are Free!” presents a comprehensive collection covering Shusha’s history, rich cultural heritage, and struggle for freedom. The exhibition offers a broad audience insight into the city’s history and cultural heritage, along with scholarly and historical publications on the subject.