'Black Death' That Guards Moscow: Russia Celebrates Naval Infantry Day
'Black Death' That Guards Moscow: Russia Celebrates Naval Infantry Day
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November 27 is observed annually in Russia as the Naval Infantry Day. Having earned themselves a fearsome reputation during World War II... 27.11.2016, Sputnik International
November 27 is observed annually in Russia as the Naval Infantry Day. Having earned themselves a fearsome reputation during World War II, with Nazi Germans nicknaming them the 'black death', marines remain one of the most deadly and versatile branches of the Russian Armed Forces.
Russian marine demonstrates a PKP Pecheneg light machinegun at an arms and equipment expo held during the Eastern Military District Innovations Day in Vladivostok.
Elements of the Russian Pacific Fleet's marine brigade embark on Admiral Nevelskoy large landing ship during a snap combat readiness test of the Eastern Military District forces.
Marines of the Russian Pacific Fleet deploy during a combat readiness test of the Eastern Military District forces.
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