The war comes unexpectedly. Her cruelty and injustice break human destinies. Even today, 70 years after the end of World War II, the planet celebrates the triumph of the world, which is a symbol of the indomitable will of the people's spirit to freedom.
Road to peace
The final stage of the war against fascism is the history of the May 9 holiday . Victory Day would not have taken place without the courage of our brave warriors. It took the Soviet Union troops four long years to drive the invaders from their native land.
In April 1945, the Red Army stood under the walls of Berlin. On May 1, during an offensive operation in the Reichstag area, at about 3:00 a.m., the Victory Banner soared over the roof of the building . Although it is worth noting here that the information was made public hastily. After all, on April 30, they announced on the radio that the assault flag was hoisted above the parliament building.
Complex military operations, thousands of victims - and the Great War ended. The act of surrender of enemy Germany was signed on May 9. Victory Day, the history of the holiday is reckoned from this date, with tears of bitterness and happiness met all over the world. Hitler’s troops officially surrendered on the 8th. But due to the temporary difference, peace in the Union came at 1:00 a.m.
On the same day, a document was brought to Moscow that testified to the fall of the Nazis.
First parade
Later, on June 22, 1945, Joseph Vissarionovich issued an order. It said that in connection with the fall of Germany, Moscow will hold a solemn procession in which he will glorify his heroes. The idea of the head of state arose in early May, before the decisive act.
The first military review, called the Victory Parade, took place in June, although May 9 is Victory Day. The history of the holiday began on the 24th. The weather was terrible that day, it was raining.
The procession was led by drummers from Suvorov. Next came the combined regiments of the fronts. These were soldiers of different nationalities and ranks. Each of them showed courage and extreme devotion to the motherland in battle. In total, more than 40,000 military personnel participated. A form for all participants was sewn by special order.
The political elite, among them was the head of the country, watched the action from the rostrum of the Mausoleum.
It was such a system that subsequently became the basis of the history of the holiday of May 9. The Victory Day of 1945 was received by Hero and Marshal of the Soviet Union G. Zhukov.
Warlords rode the square on snow-white thoroughbred horses. Researchers are sure that the only reason Stalin did not take part in the parade was because he was a poor rider.
The long-awaited victory
Stalin knew well about the success of his troops under the walls of Berlin. Already on May 2, the city surrendered. Actively resisted only certain groups of soldiers. Realizing that the Nazis had nowhere to go and surrender was inevitable, the Supreme Commander-in-Chief the day before, on the 8th, signed a decree that henceforth May 9 was Victory Day. The history of the holiday began with the morning newspapers, which reported good news. Radio played a large role in the life of Soviet people. So, at 6 am Yuri Levitan announced the victory. The voice of this man announced all the changes on the front line throughout the war.
People carried the good news from house to house. Passers-by on the streets hugged, congratulated each other, cried.
In the afternoon, several anti-aircraft divisions were assembled under the walls of the Kremlin. Searchlights were brought in to light portraits of leaders. In the evening, the Victory Salute struck the capital. No one worked that day.
Immutable symbol
Until 1948, Soviet citizens rested on May 9. Further, all forces were sent to restore the bombed country. They forgot the date briefly. Only with the initiative of L. Brezhnev did the history of the May 9 holiday continue. Victory Day for children was a special date. The mass actions that took place formed a love for the homeland, respect for those who defended it.
Over the years, the holiday has acquired traditions. Particularly large parades were held for anniversaries. So, in 1965, the Banner was rendered for the first time. It is worth noting that it did not participate in the 1945 demonstration. Interestingly, the flag was specially delivered to Moscow on June 20 for the parade. But due to the lack of time for preparation, Zhukov gave the order not to endure the banner.
It remained an indispensable attribute and symbolized May 9, Victory Day. The history of the holiday briefly talks about the attitude of future generations to the Great Patriotic War. Parades are still full of red flags.
Since 1965, the Banner was replaced with a copy. You can look at the original in the Central Museum of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.
Thanksgiving
The unchanging, traditional color of the holiday is orange and black. This story begins on November 26, 1769. It was then that Empress Catherine II established the Order of St. George. It was a medal of courage on the battlefield. With some changes, the award was taken over by the Union.
Since 1942, the daredevils were awarded the "Guards Ribbon". Her orange-dark gamma is already a tradition on May 9, Victory Day. The history of the holiday is forever associated with these flowers. Paints symbolize smoke and flame. Such shades were also used in the ribbon of the Order of Glory.
Do not forget the tradition and now. In 2005, an action was held in Russia. The St. George ribbon became a symbol of gratitude for peace and respect for veterans. Everyone who held it in their hands on the eve of the holiday or during the parade testified - he remembers the Great Victory.
Holiday of heart and freedom
The solemn procession, tapes, songs of Lev Leshchenko, red flags - all these are integral attributes of May 9th. The older generation understands the essence of the holiday. But, unfortunately, young people often do not even realize who fought with whom. Gradually, pathos processions lose popularity.
Less and less teenagers know what May 9, Victory Day is. The history of the holiday for preschoolers should primarily be heard by their parents and teachers. Do not change the rituals. At least once a year, lay flowers with your children at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Young people need to be taught to respect the past of their people.
Devote Victory Day to the immediate defenders of the Fatherland. Put traditional tulips and daffodils at the foot of the monuments, thank the old veterans who are still alive, pray for peace.