Rosenberg: Russians remember WW2 with victory on their minds
Summary
A historical re-enactment near Moscow marked one of the battles for Berlin in 1945, highlighting Russia's 80th anniversary of its World War Two victory, which remains an important part of Russian national identity. The event drew parallels with Russia’s ongoing conflict in Ukraine, referred to by the Russian government as a "special military operation," positioning it as a continuation of past battles against Nazism.Key Facts
- An event near Moscow re-enacted a 1945 battle, celebrating the Soviet victory in World War Two's end.
- The re-enactment was part of Russia's 80th-anniversary celebrations of its World War Two victory.
- The battle for Berlin led to the defeat of Nazi Germany, which Russia calls "The Great Victory."
- Katya, a spectator, shared her family's history of involvement in wars, including her grandfather in World War Two and her son in the current Ukraine conflict.
- Russia's government portrays its invasion of Ukraine as a continuation of the fight against Nazism and fascism.
- The official narrative positions Russia as a victim of aggression in its ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
- Russian television spreads messages about European countries' past and current threats to Russia.
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