On February 2, Russia celebrates the Day of Military Glory, the anniversary of the victory in the Battle of Stalingrad. This battle became a turning point in the Great Patriotic War, breaking the strategic plans of Nazi Germany. How did the Red Army encircle Paulus's 6th Army, why did the heroism of Soviet soldiers go down in history, and what significance does this victory have today? The Day of the Defeat of German Troops at Stalingrad: Historical Significance and Military Glory of Russia ...

... all men receive congratulations as potential defenders of family and homeland. But how did this holiday come into being? Why is it still celebrated? In which countries does it still exist? Let's delve into the details. History of the Holiday: From the Red Army to "Men's Day" Defender of the Fatherland Day has its origins in 1922 when the USSR officially established the Day of the Red Army and Navy. The choice of date is linked to events from 1918, when, in the midst of the Civil War, the ...

The relationship between the United States and Canada today seems like a model of partnership and stability. However, history shows that their path to cooperation was not easy. In the 1930s, the United States developed “Plan Red” – a scenario for a military invasion of Canada, including reconnaissance missions and even the use of chemical weapons. Canada did not stand aside, preparing its own plan to attack its southern neighbor. Find out how this tense relationship developed ...