wader
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and coincidentally. today just happens to be Defender of the Fatherland Day also known as Red Army Day:
Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Significance: Celebrates the armed forces and commemorates the founding of the Red Army
Observances: Wreath laying ceremonies, concerts, parades
Defender of the Fatherland Day
HolidayDescription
Defender of the Fatherland Day is a holiday observed in Russia, Turkmenistan, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Tajikistan. It is celebrated on 23 February, except in Kazakhstan, where it is celebrated on 7 May. In Russia and Belarus, it is a public holiday and, usually, an off-day. WikipediaDate: Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Significance: Celebrates the armed forces and commemorates the founding of the Red Army
Observances: Wreath laying ceremonies, concerts, parades