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The Day of The Defenders

The Day of The Defenders. By Crystal Reyes . Background. First celebrated in 1922, on the fourth anniversary of the creation of the Red Army It’s celebrated on Feb. 23 rd . Vladimir Lenin signed a decree for the creation of the Bolshevik Army on January 15, 1918

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The Day of The Defenders

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  1. The Day of The Defenders By Crystal Reyes

  2. Background • First celebrated in 1922, on the fourth anniversary of the creation of the Red Army • It’s celebrated on Feb. 23rd.

  3. Vladimir Lenin signed a decree for the creation of the Bolshevik Army on January 15, 1918 • In 1938, Soviet history books claimed that the Red Army won a battle against Germany On February 23, 1918 • There was no evidence to this claim so the Russian Parliament took it out from being one of their holidays, in 2006.

  4. What it could be known as? • February 23 is considered Men’s day. This is because the men are obligated to severe in the military. • Women often give presents to their male relatives. Even if they never served in the military. • Russian authorities organize small parades for the soldiers. • Women are starting to challenge this day as more and more join.

  5. Gifts • Women often give gifts like socks, cologne, or watches. • Women cook or plan celebratory dinners • Kids give cards to there male teachers • Flower and chocolates are not usually given as gifts

  6. Gifts

  7. Names • In 1919, it was known as Red Army Day • In 1923, it was officially named the Day of the Red Army and the Navy • In 1949, it was renamed Soviet Army and Navy Day • In 2002, it was renamed Defender of the Fatherland Day

  8. The Parade • The number of units is decided by the president • On January 1, 2008 there were 2,019,629 units present.

  9. Goose step • The goose step march is a special march for military celebrations. • While matching the soldiers swing there legs up high in unison. • They keep there legs straight and unbent. • It originated in Prussian military in 18th century • It was originally called Stechschiritt (piercing step.

  10. Goose step • It is used in 50 countries as part of their tradition.

  11. Uniforms • Military dress and styles have gone through changes over times. • It is designed to be distinctive and display the culture.

  12. Red army 1923 -1924Winter and Summer

  13. Womens’ Day • Because the Day of the Defenders is known as Mens’ Day because of men’s “dominant” numbers in the military, Women’s Day is another day—March 8th. • Even though women fighters are also celebrated on Day of the Defenders day, Russians wanted the women to be honored. • Mothers, children, and grandmothers are celebrated on this day.

  14. Womens Day • This day is celebrated by a meal. • Men give women flower or champagne. • Men take on the house hold duties for the day • Cards are also given. • They also visit friends

  15. Sources • http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/russia/fatherland-defender • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Military_uniform • http://gorussia.about.com/od/russia_events_and_festivals/p/Mens-Day-In-Russia-Defender-Of-The-Fatherland-Day-February-23.htm • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goose_step • http://englishrussia.com/2011/04/03/uniforms-in-the-red-army/

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