Introduction A military parade is a formation of soldiers whose movement is restricted by close-order manoeuvring known as drilling or marching. Large military parades are today held on major holidays and military events around the world. Massed parades may also hold a role for propaganda purposes, being used to exhibit the apparent military strength of… Read More
Introduction Military Foundation Day (Korean: 조선인민군 창건일) is an annual public holiday in North Korea falling on 25 April. Background North Korean historiography has two competing dates for the founding of the modern Korean People’s Army (KPA): 25 April 1932 and 08 February 1948. According to North Korean historiography, the Korean People’s Revolutionary Army (KPRA)… Read More
Introduction The Days of Military Honour (Russian: Дни воинской славы, dni voinskoy slavy) are special memorable dates in the Russian Armed Forces dedicated to the most outstanding victories won by Russia. Background Some of these dates are state holidays but the majority of them is celebrated purely in the armed forces, while 07 November is… Read More
Introduction Rouz-e Artesh (English: Army Day) is celebrated on 18 April. Background Exhibitions of the Iranian Army, such as a military parade of active personnel and veterans in the presence of the President of Iran in front of the Mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini, takes place during the holiday events.
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