May 9 - Victory Day. History of the holiday and tradition

War comes unexpectedly. Her cruelty and injustice break down human destinies. Even today, 70 years after the end of the Great Patriotic War, the planet celebrates the triumph of the world, which is a symbol of the unbending will of the people's spirit for freedom.

Road to peace

The final stage of the war against fascism is the history of the holiday on May 9. Victory Day would not have taken place without the bravery of our brave warriors. The troops of the Soviet Union took a long four 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 the offensive operation in the Reichstag area, about 3:00 am, the Victory Banner rose over the roof of the building . Although it is worth noting that the information was made public hastily. After all, on April 30, the radio announced that the assault flag was raised above the parliament building.

Complex military operations, thousands of victims - and the Great War ended. The act of surrendering enemy Germany was signed on May 9. Victory Day, the holiday's history is counted from this date, with tears of bitterness and happiness met all over the world. Officially Hitler's troops surrendered on the 8th. But in connection with the temporary difference, the world in the Union came at 1:00 am.

On the same day, a document was brought to Moscow, which testified to the fall of the Nazis.

First Parade

Later, 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 it will exalt its heroes. The idea of the head of the state arose in early May, before the decisive act.

The first military review, which was called the Victory Parade, was held in June, although May 9 - Victory Day. The history of the holiday began on the 24th. The weather that day was terrible, it was raining.

The procession was headed by the drummers-suvorovtsy. Then came the combined regiments of the fronts. They were soldiers of different nationalities and ranks. Each of them showed courage and extreme devotion to the homeland in battle. In general, more than 40,000 military personnel participated. Form for all participants sewed on special order.

The political elite, among them the head of the country, watched the action from the rostrum of the Mausoleum.

It was such a system that later became the basis of the holiday's history on May 9. Victory Day 1945 was hosted by Hero and Marshal of the Soviet Union G. Zhukov.

Warlords drove across the square on snow-white thoroughbred horses. Researchers are sure that the only reason why Stalin did not take part in the parade was that he was a bad rider.

The long-awaited victory

On the success of his troops under the walls of Berlin, Stalin knew well. May 2, the city surrendered. Only a few groups of soldiers actively resisted. Realizing that there is nowhere for the Hitlerites to go and surrender is inevitable, the Supreme Commander-in-Chief , on the eve of the 8th day, signed a decree that henceforth May 9 is Victory Day. The history of the holiday began with the morning newspapers, in which they reported cheerful news. A big role in the life of a Soviet man was played by radio. 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 joyful 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. Floodlights were brought in to illuminate the portraits of the leaders. In the evening, Salute Victory struck over the capital. On this day, no one worked.

Constant Symbol

Until 1948, Soviet citizens rested on May 9. Further, all the forces were abandoned to restore the bombed-out country. They forget about the date for a while. Only the initiative of Leonid Brezhnev continued the history of the holiday on May 9. Victory Day for children was a special date. Mass actions that were held, formed a love for the homeland, respect for those who defended it.

Over the years, the holiday acquired traditions. Particularly large parades were arranged for anniversaries. So, in 1965, the Banner was first made. It is worth noting that in the 1945 demonstration it did not participate. It is interesting that the flag was specially delivered to Moscow on June 20 for the parade. But due to the lack of time to prepare Zhukov gave the order not to endure the banner.

He remained an indispensable attribute and symbolized May 9, Victory Day. The history of the holiday briefly tells about the attitude of the next generations to the Great Patriotic War. So far, the parades are full of red flags.

Since 1965, the Banner has been replaced by a copy. You can look at the original in the Central Museum of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.

Acknowledgment

The invariable, traditional color of the holiday is orange and black. This story begins on November 26, 1769. It was then that the Empress Catherine II instituted the Order of St. George. It was a medal for courage on the battlefield. With some changes, the Union took over the award.

Since 1942, the brave men have been awarded the Guards Ribbon. Its orange-dark scale is already a tradition on May 9, Victory Day. The history of the holiday is forever associated with these colors. Paints symbolize smoke and flame. Such shades were used in the ribbon of the Order of Glory.

Do not forget the tradition and now. In 2005, an action was held in Russia. St. George's ribbon became a symbol of gratitude for peace and respect for veterans. Everyone who held it in the hands on the eve of the holiday or during the parade, testified - he remembers the Great Victory.

Feast of the heart and freedom

Solemn procession, ribbons, songs of Lev Leshchenko, red flags - all these are inalienable attributes on May 9. 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 are losing popularity.

Less and less teenagers know what the 9th of May is, Victory Day. The history of the holiday for preschoolers should first of all be heard by their parents and teachers. Do not change the rituals. At least once a year, put flowers with the children to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We need to teach young people to respect the past of their people.

The Victory Day is dedicated 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.