Victory Day Fireworks in Moscow, 9 May 2010 (Праздничный Салют) – 2/2
Fabulous fireworks mark the end of V-day festivities Festivities have been held in Moscow throughout the day and were topped off by a spectacular fireworks display. The fireworks show kicked off at 22.00 Moscow time and crowds watched from a variety of sites in the capital. 4500 fireworks lit up the Moscow sky. The tradition dates back to the war years of 1943-1945. At that time, fireworks marked all the victories reported in the media. That was a way to boost the morale of the nation and encourage troops for further achievements. Interestingly, the cannons used for fireworks were produced back in 1942-1943. Some of them have marks from enemy bombs. Victory Day Parade on Red Square, Moscow, 9 May 2010: www.youtube.com
