Putin discusses the true spirit of our nation, drawing from his grandfather's wartime correspondence.
Fireside Chat at the Museum: Putin and His Young Audience
On the brink of a holiday, Russian President Vladimir Putin spent the day on Poklonnaya Hill. There, at the Central Museum of the Great Patriotic War, a three-day educational extravaganza known as "Knowledge. First" was taking place, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory Day.
During these days, lecturers from the "Knowledge" society (veterans, participants of the ongoing conflict, military correspondents, and statesmen) shared their experiences and insights about the war, the Victory, and the importance of preserving that heritage.
Headlining the Show
The last speaker of the day was none other than Putin himself. Before the meeting commenced, they showcased an exhibition about historical heritage to the president.
In Essence, We Are Our History
With a crowd of young listeners, Putin delivered passionate words about the importance of Victory Day, the impact of World War II on the Russian character, and the need to preserve collective memory. Here are some of the highlights:
- Victory Day is a momentous day for every Russian family. It's a day of pride, but also a day of tears.
- Approximately 70% of the losses of the Soviet Union occurred in the RSFSR. Even though every Soviet nation contributed to the common Victory, it was the Russian Federation that made the greatest sacrifice in terms of lives lost.
- Nearly every family was touched by the war. It's crucial to bring the truth about the Great Patriotic War and its heroes to the forefront, now and in the future.
- Those who fought, died, and continue to live in our memory, ensure the foundation of our multi-ethnic nation. Our understanding of ourselves, our past, and our country depends on preserving that memory.
- Engaging with history in a truthful and heartfelt manner will unite us and create a cohesive whole.
- Modern communication tools must be harnessed to convey the necessary information. Russian art and tradition should serve as the backbone for this endeavor.
Spotlighting Heroes
Putin focused particular attention on participants of the ongoing conflict who work with young people, such as those within the "Knowledge" society. By sharing their experiences, he felt, these individuals could inspire a sense of love and devotion towards the country.
A School Museum for Every Childhood
After his persuasive speech, Putin had a dialogue with the marathon participants. One participant proposed a nationwide program to support curatorial activities and create school museums. Putin agreed with the idea and promised to seek government support for such initiatives.
From Grandfathers' Stories to the Big Screen
During Putin's "solo" performance, a clip from the upcoming film "Not Listed" was shown. The film, set to release on May 1st, is an adaptation of the eponymous novel by Boris Vasilyev.
Unsung War Heroics
Later, Putin met and conversed with several participants of the marathon, like his old friend, film director Oliver Stone, and 12-year-old archaeology enthusiast Egor Nazorov. Putin also listened earnestly to a poignant story about a grandfather's heroic actions during the war, shared by blogger Victoria Agapova from Tambov.
Beyond the Lecture
After the event, Putin took time to interact with the marathon participants and lecturers in more intimate settings. The day ended with several discussions about creating development programs for veterans, bestowing special titles, and fostering international relationships.
- Vladimir Putin, the Russian President, delivered a passionate lecture about the importance of preserving historical heritage, particularly focusing on the Great Patriotic War and the need to maintain collective memory.
- Putin highlighted the vital role of participants in the ongoing conflict, such as those within the "Knowledge" society, who share their experiences with young people to inspire love and devotion for the country.
- During his speech, Putin also shared insights about the impact of World War II on the Russian character, acknowledging the tremendous sacrifice made by the Russian Federation in terms of lives lost.
- After his lecture, Putin expressed interest in a proposal for a nationwide program to support curatorial activities and create school museums for every childhood, promising to seek government support for such initiatives.
