Come see Victory Day
Russia
Victory Day in Russia
Many Russians celebrate Victory Day on May 9. Many people attend a local military parade and watch the fireworks at night on Victory Day. The biggest parade is in Moscow’s Red Square, showcasing Russia’s military forces. Victory Day marks Germany’s surrender to the Soviet Union in 1945. It became the end of the Great Patriotic War for the USSR, which lost about 25 million citizens in the four years of fighting.
Event Information
Victory Day
Most veterans wear their medals as they head to the parade or an event organized by a local veteran organization.
A big tradition is to give flowers, usually red carnations, to veterans in the street and to lay wreaths at the war memorial sites. Neighborhood schools may host a program prepared by the students, featuring wartime songs and poetry.
When?
Friday, May 9, 2014, 09:00 PM
Where?
Russia, Moscow, Red Square
Russian Jets in the Air
Each year Russia they show the might of their powerful Air force to the world.
Russian Artillery
Russian artillery take to the streets during the parades.
Boom
At the finale they show off military hardware that will blow your mind.
Russian Anthem, Гимн России, Military Parade 2007