The military band played under the windows of a veteran who cannot leave the apartment. VIDEO

In Odessa, a military band played under the windows of a 97-year-old World War II veteran Ivan Kulibaba, who cannot leave his apartment. The musicians paraded up to the building and played the melody “Victory Day” by composer David Tukhmanov there, “Present Time” reports. Orchestra members arrange ...

What symbols of Victory replaced the St. George ribbon in post-Soviet countries

On May 9, post-Soviet countries celebrate Victory Day over Nazi Germany. In 2005, in Russia, the symbol of this day, at the suggestion of the RIA Novosti news agency, became the St. George ribbon, which was distributed to passers-by in the country and abroad. However, later from her...

Actions in honor of Victory Day took place in American cities: photo essay

The “Immortal Regiment” action, dedicated to the 73rd anniversary of the victory of the Anti-Hitler Coalition in World War II, has traditionally been held in American cities. Marches usually take place on the weekend before Victory Day, May 9. We collected photos and videos from the actions. This year…

New York lawmakers to consider resolution on 'Immortal Regiment' action

The resolution has already been introduced in the Senate of the state legislature, received the number J4960 and sent to the Finance Committee for consideration. Next week, the New York State Legislative Assembly will consider a resolution on the “Immortal Regiment” action, which will be held in the city of the same name on May 5. About it…

9 May officially became the national holiday of Israel

On July 26, the Knesset approved in final reading the May 9 law, which recognizes Victory Day as an official holiday in Israel. The legislative initiative was approved unanimously: 53 parliamentarians supported it. “Today is a very important day for me. Now we can be sure: the memory of ...

How did the Jews contribute to the victory in World War II?

The World Forum of Russian-Speaking Jewry, at a special event in New York dedicated to Victory Day in World War II, spoke about the contribution of Soviet Jews to the victory over Nazi Germany, to the salvation of the Jewish people and the founding of Israel. The event took place as part of the annual conference of the Jerusalem Post newspaper - one…

How Russian-speaking New Yorkers celebrate Victory Day

These days, several special events are taking place in New York to coincide with the celebration of Victory Day, which is celebrated on May 9. ForumDaily talks about how Russian-speaking residents of the city celebrate this holiday and why the “Immortal Regiment” action has become traditional in New York. Spirit…

In American cities, actions were held in honor of Victory Day. Photo report

The “Immortal Regiment” campaign dedicated to Victory Day was held in 20 different cities in the USA; A total of more than 4 thousand people took part in it. Processions took place in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, Miami, Denver, San Diego, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington and many others...

Victory Day in the USA: main events for Russian-speaking residents

This coming weekend in the United States will host dozens of events to mark Victory Day, which is celebrated on May 9. ForumDaily has collected the main events that will take place in America these days in different cities. NEW YORK Immortal Regiment When: May 6 Time: 14:00 Address: Pier 25, exact ...

May 9 will be an official holiday in Israel

Member of the Knesset from the party "Israel Our Home" Oded Forer has submitted a bill according to which the Day of Victory over the Nazis in World War II will be officially celebrated on May 9 at the state level. This day will be entered in the register of public holidays. Oded ...

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