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With the annual military parade in Moscow commemorating Victory Day in World War II, Russia celebrates not only pride in its history but also its current military might.

Russia showed off its military might during this year's Victory Day parade, but there were few surprises, other than the fact that many aging systems are still very much in service.

Visual Anthology: Russia Rolls Its Military Hardware Through Red Square

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Russia's Victory Day parade commemorates the Soviet defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. Not only a celebration of Russia's military history, but the procession also serves as a potent reminder of Moscow's current defense capabilities. It also gives Russian leaders the opportunity to deliver messages to both a domestic and global audience, with President Vladimir Putin this year stressing the importance of international security cooperation.

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Visual Anthology: Russia Rolls Its Military Hardware Through Red Square

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