A Russian citizen always respects the traditions of the past and the holidays of our time. So, all the people celebrate the Day of Strategic Rocket Forces annually on December 17th. This tradition has been rooted since the end of World War II and is relevant in our time. And therefore, it has a rich and entertaining history.
History of Strategic Missile Forces
In order to understand the essence of such a triumph as the Day of the Missile Forces, it is necessary to plunge into the history of the formation of such a military association. So, back in 1946, the first missile association was created, which in its arsenal had the most powerful and terrible weapon at that time - ballistic missiles. By 1950, the strategic missile forces had intercontinental ballistic guns, as well as missiles that included a nuclear component., 17 1959 . . , , . .
It is very interesting that the Day of Strategic Rocket Forces was celebrated since December 1959. Whereas already in 1997 there was a small addition. So, the forces of military space and air defense joined the celebration . And all together they shared their professional triumph and listened to congratulations on the Day of the Rocket Forces. In 2001, the situation changed somewhat. Since the country's space defense was gaining more and more scope, and therefore became a separate unit of the military forces of the Russian Federation. The space forces began to celebrate their professional triumph on October 4, as an independent unit of the country's armed forces.What are these traditions for the Day of the Rocket Forces?
Strategic Missile Forces Day has always been celebrated on a grand scale. And that is understandable. After all, the weighty activity of such a sphere of the country's armed forces is unquestionable and explicable. During the existence of the missile forces, Russia has brought up several generations of missile troops, which truly become the pride of the state. Therefore, for example, on the Day of the Missile Forces in 2014, in a solemn ceremony congratulated and honored the merits of veterans, as well as awarded distinguished representatives of missile defense personnel and other support units.
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A separate, but no less significant and significant celebration for all Russians is considered the Day of the Missile Forces and Artillery, which is usually celebrated on November 19. This date is not in vain. Indeed, for the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, and, in general, for each individual citizen of the country, it is especially memorable. Since it is continuously associated with the victorious liberation of Stalingrad from German occupation during the Great Patriotic War, which began directly with the counter-offensive activities of the Russian troops. That is why on such a day it is accepted with special trepidation and gratitude to congratulate the representatives of the country's artillery defense., , .
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No one will deny that, thanks to the experience of the country's artillery and missile forces, conflict situations can be resolved with minimal losses or without them at all. After all, this is the guarantee of exclusively maneuverable and operational activities, as well as the firepower of all armed forces. Generations of warriors who do their best to not let down their homeland and the population of Russia do the titanically difficult work and heroic feat with dignity.Therefore, each artilleryman or rocket launcher needs to constantly improve their skills, follow the latest technical equipment and weapons, increase their level of combat skill and dexterity, as well as unquestioningly fulfill the tasks assigned by the leadership.
In this regard, the celebration of the day of the missile forces on November 19 is always characterized by festive parades, demonstration firing and military exercises of a national scale.
Modern rocket troops
To date, the missile forces of the Russian Federation make up a significant share of all the country's weapons. After all, they have the latest missile launchers, which are able to completely change the course of military history. Moreover, modern strategic missile forces have not only their own command, but also three super-powerful missile associations, their own Kapustin Yar training ground and several factories for the repair and manufacture of specialized missile equipment., . , , , . . .
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Thanks to the modern package of measures to ensure the country's nuclear safety, Russia has long been able to successfully avoid serious nuclear accidents. Of course, this is a joint merit of the creators of rocket launchers and the qualified personnel of the strategic missile forces of the Russian Federation.Despite the difficulties and problems in the country, missile weapons are always given due attention. And if necessary, the strategic missile army will necessarily prove its readiness to protect citizens from a nuclear attack and to defend the borders of their homeland. After all, the efficiency, mobility and combat effectiveness of the missile army are beyond doubt.