Russian families unite in 'March of Remembrance' for WWII heroes
Families across Russia have taken part in a 'March of Remembrance' to honour those who fought in the Great Patriotic War. The event, organised by the Russian Association of Evangelical Christians (Pentecostals), saw gatherings in cities such as Kemerovo, Yoshkar-Ola, Yaroslavl, Nizhny Novgorod, Tomsk, Ulan-Ude, and Moscow. Participants described the occasion as both a tribute and a way to teach younger generations about history firsthand. The march began with families of believers travelling from Moscow to Rzhev in a convoy of cars. Along the way, they stopped to lay flowers and wreaths at war monuments and memorials. Many brought their children, turning the journey into what Sergei Ryakhovsky called a 'pilgrimage' and a 'living history lesson'.
Young people joined their parents in the processions, walking alongside them through the streets. The events also included festive concerts and performances, organised annually by local congregations. These gatherings served as a public expression of gratitude to the wartime generation. Ryakhovsky emphasised the importance of immersing children in historical events. By taking part, parents aimed to pass on knowledge of the past in a way that felt personal and immediate.
The marches brought together believers from multiple cities to remember the sacrifices of the Great Patriotic War. Through ceremonies, music, and shared travel, the events connected older and younger generations. Organisers plan to continue the tradition in future years.
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