The February 23 holiday dates back to the early Soviet period. After the revolution of 1917, the young Soviet republic was subjected to numerous trials. Civil war and interventions shook the country. In 1918, the Austro-German troops, breaking the ceasefire signed the day before, began an invasion of the territory of the Soviet Republic. Also began the occupation of Ukraine, the Baltic states, Belarus. On February 23, 1918, Red Army Day was marked for the first time under the sign of the defense of the socialist fatherland from German interventionists. Since 1922, this day became a national holiday, a large military parade was held. By decree of the Revolutionary Military Council in 1923, this holiday began to be celebrated as Red Army Day.
Subsequently, the name of the holiday changed several times.
Since 1946, it is the Day of the Soviet Army and Navy. Since 1995, by decree of the State Duma of Russia, this holiday has been called the Defender of the Fatherland Day. Since 2002, February 23 became an official non-working day.
Now it is a holiday when they traditionally congratulate not only the military, but also all close men - husbands, fathers, grandfathers, brothers, loved ones and work colleagues, send them in the form of poems or prose. At present, we can say that this day has become an unofficial Russian holiday for men. The modern celebration of February 23 in Russia is gifts to men in the family and at work, perhaps a gala banquet, in many families a festive table is set on this day. In military units, solemn gatherings and constructions take place. Also on this day congratulate veterans of the Great Patriotic War - women and men, and women - military personnel. Also, events dedicated to February 23 are held in schools, kindergartens and other educational institutions.
The most traditional and sought-after men's gift on this day is men's perfumery. A huge selection of men's perfume gift sets in stores allows you to quickly resolve the issue with a gift. But poetry will be a great addition to the main gift:
Happy February 23rd, you men!
Any defender is worthy of congratulations,
We have concealed Russia for your bodies
We are sure that you are a mountain for Russia.
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Children, you, and women protect yourself!
Congratulations to the fearless and brave men!
You are a support for women, you are for them as a monastery.
We are in a hurry to congratulate you on the 23rd.
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How good that you are -
Our defenders! You are strong and smart;
Since February 23, we congratulate you,
We sincerely wish you courage,
To be near us
And love us.
Such Any man will appreciate it. It is also customary to give mugs, small souvenirs, key chains as a gift. You can come up with a more unusual gift, but it already depends on the imagination of the giver.