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DEFENDERS OF THE MOTHERLAND DAY

23.02.2008

Defenders of the Motherland Day (or 'Men's Day) is the male equivalent of Women's Day.  Men are congratulated and given flowers and presents.  It is a new holiday since 1996 to celebrate the anniversary of the founding of the Red Army on 23rd February.  Wreaths are laid at war memorials throughout the city
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